Definition of paralyze

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  • paralyze is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 22
  • paralyze is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 22
  • paralyze is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 23

Definition of paralyze

  • cause to be paralyzed and immobile (verb)

    Examples

    1. The poison paralyzed him
    2. Fear paralyzed her

    Synonyms

    1. paralyse
  • make powerless and unable to function (verb)

    Examples

    1. The bureaucracy paralyzes the entire operation

    Synonyms

    1. paralyse

See definition of paralyze in Merriam Webster