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PARALYTIC

(adj., noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Paralytic.

How to pronounce paralytic:

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Paralytic - as an adjective

Relating to or of the nature of paralysis

Example: "Paralytic symptoms"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
paralytical

Paralytic - as a noun

A person suffering from paralysis

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
handicapped person
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Paralytic - as an adjective satellite

Affected with paralysis

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
paralyzed

Example Sentences

"The paralytic patient was unable to move his legs."
"She suffered a paralytic stroke and lost control of her right arm."
"The venom of the snake caused a paralytic effect on its prey."
"After the accident, he experienced a paralytic fear of driving."
"The disease left him in a paralytic state for weeks."
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Word Game Points

Is PARALYTIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, paralytic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PARALYTIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is PARALYTIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, paralytic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PARALYTIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is PARALYTIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, paralytic is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PARALYTIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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