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PARALYZES

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Paralyzes.

Paralyzes - as a verb

Make powerless and unable to function

Example: "The bureaucracy paralyzes the entire operation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
paralyse

Cause to be paralyzed and immobile

Example: "The poison paralyzed him"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
paralyse
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
immobiliseimmobilize
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Paralyzes - as a noun

The complete loss of voluntary control of part of a person's body, such as one or more limbs.

A state of being unable to act.

Example: "The government has been in a paralysis since it lost its majority in the parliament."

Example Sentences

"The snake paralyzes its prey with its venom."
"Fear paralyzes her every time she has to make a decision."
"Anxiety often paralyzes his ability to take action."
"The fear of failure often paralyzes one's ambition."
"The political deadlock paralyzes any progress on the issue."
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Word Game Points

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

PARALYZES has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.

Is PARALYZES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, paralyzes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PARALYZES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.

Is PARALYZES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, paralyzes is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PARALYZES has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.

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