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paralyze

verb

/ˈpærəlaɪz/

Meaning

to cause someone or something to lose the ability to move or function normally

The sudden shock seemed to paralyze him.

paralyzed with fear

immobilize, disable, cripple, incapacitate, numb

activate, energize, mobilize

paralyze the system, paralyze the city, paralyze with fear, completely paralyze

to think about something again, especially to change a decision or opinion

to put forward an idea, plan, or recommendation for consideration

to have life; to reside in a particular place; to exist

to cut into pieces with quick, heavy blows

to engage in games or sports; to perform music

To adjust or mark something so it can be used accurately; to standardize.