How do you pronounce paralyze?

paralyze is pronounced as /ˈpærəlaɪz/.

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paralyze

🧑‍🦽paralyze

verb

/ˈpærəlaɪz/

Paralysis parameter

Meaning

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

Example Sentences

The sudden shock seemed to paralyze him.

Example Expressions

paralyzed with fear

Synonyms

immobilize, disable, cripple, incapacitate, numb

Antonyms

activate, energize, mobilize

Collocations

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

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