adj
paralyzing
Paralyzing (adj) means causing an inability to move or act. Example: “A paralyzing fear gripped the crowd as the alarm sounded.”
adj
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Causing an inability to move or act.
"A paralyzing fear gripped the crowd as the alarm sounded."
How to use paralyzing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that causes paralysis or a total inability to act, often used for intense fear or shock.
Common pairings
paralyzing fear
paralyzing pain
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more paralyzing
- Superlative
- most paralyzing
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A _____ fear gripped the crowd as the alarm sounded.
Frequently asked questions
What does “paralyzing” mean?
The word “paralyzing” means causing an inability to move or act. In plain terms, something that causes paralysis or a total inability to act, often used for intense fear or shock.
How do you use “paralyzing” in a sentence?
Here is “paralyzing” used in a sentence: “A paralyzing fear gripped the crowd as the alarm sounded.”
What part of speech is “paralyzing”?
“Paralyzing” is an adjective.
What is the meaning of paralyzing?
"paralyzing" (adj) means causing an inability to move or act.
