adj
paralyzed
adj
1
Unable to move all or part of the body.
"He was left paralyzed after the diving accident."
2
Unable to act or think, often due to shock or fear.
"She stood paralyzed by indecision."
How to Use Paralyzed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUnable to move, or (figuratively) unable to act because of fear or shock.
UK vs US
British English also uses "paralysed."
Word Forms
more paralyzed comparative, most paralyzed superlative
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