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Palsy

noun
/ˈpɔl.zi/

Meaning

paralysis, especially that which is accompanied by involuntary tremors; loss of muscle control
a condition of partial or complete paralysis, often with involuntary tremors

Example Sentences

The elderly man suffered from palsy in his hands.

The patient suffered from Bell’s palsy.

Example Expressions

shaking like a palsy

Synonyms

paralysis, tremor, shaking, weakness, immobility
Entry 1
paralysis, tremor, shaking, weakness
Entry 2
paralysis, weakness, immobility, tremor

Antonyms

strength, steadiness, control, stability, mobility
Entry 1
strength, steadiness, control, stability
Entry 2
strength, mobility

Collocations

cerebral palsy, suffer from palsy, hand palsy, Bell’s palsy, facial palsy
Entry 1
cerebral palsy, suffer from palsy, hand palsy
Entry 2
Bell’s palsy, cerebral palsy, facial palsy

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