adj

paralytic

pa-ruh-LIH-tihk

Paralytic (adj) means Affected by or relating to paralysis. Example: “The stroke left him in a paralytic state.”

adj

Affected by or relating to paralysis.

"The stroke left him in a paralytic state."

noun

A person suffering from paralysis.

"The clinic specialized in treating paralytics."

How to use paralytic

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishRelating to paralysis, or a person affected by it.

more paralytic comparative, paralytics plural, most paralytic superlative

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The stroke left him in a _____ state.

From Greek paralytikos, related to paralysis.

Origin: Greek

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What does “paralytic” mean?

The word “paralytic” means affected by or relating to paralysis. In plain terms, relating to paralysis, or a person affected by it.

How do you pronounce “paralytic”?

“Paralytic” is pronounced pa-ruh-LIH-tihk (/ˌpæɹəˈlɪtɪk/ in IPA).

How do you use “paralytic” in a sentence?

Here is “paralytic” used in a sentence: “The stroke left him in a paralytic state.”

What part of speech is “paralytic”?

Depending on how it is used, “paralytic” can be an adjective and a noun.

Where does the word “paralytic” come from?

The word “paralytic” comes from Greek. From Greek paralytikos, related to paralysis.

How many meanings does “paralytic” have?

“Paralytic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: affected by or relating to paralysis.

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