Paralysis

Pronunciation: /pərˈæləsəs/

Paralysis (noun)

  1. A condition where part of the body cannot move or move properly because nerves or muscles do not work.
  2. A loss of movement that may happen after illness or injury and can sometimes improve as the body recovers.
  3. A situation where an activity or system cannot continue because it is blocked or stopped.

Examples

  • The injury caused loss of movement in his arm.
  • The accident led to loss of movement in her leg.