What does paralyzed mean?
Paralyzed means Partly or wholly incapable of movement; disabled..
Paralyzed
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Partly or wholly incapable of movement; disabled..
Definitions by Sense
- Partly or wholly incapable of movement; disabled.
- Rendered incapable of action.
- simple past and past participle of paralyze
Example Sentences
We were paralyzed with fear.
Synonyms for paralyzed
Antonyms for paralyzed
Related Words
Word Forms
- more paralyzed
- most paralyzed
- paralysed
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for paralyzed?
Common synonyms include unfit, paralytic.
What is the opposite of paralyzed?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use paralyzed in a sentence?
We were paralyzed with fear.
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