Paralyze
Pronunciation: /ˈpɛrəˌlaɪz/
Paralyze (verb)
- To make part of the body unable to move or feel normally for a period of time.
- To stop an activity or process from continuing, often by causing strong fear, doubt, or delay.
- To make someone unable to act because of extreme shock, pain, or emotion.
Examples
- The cold wind paralyzes my fingers, and I can’t hold the cup.
- The injury paralyzes his leg, so he cannot walk.