1. to cause someone or something to be unable to move or function normally
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘paralyze’
2. to make someone unable to think or act normally, especially because of shock or fear
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The accident paralyzes his left leg completely.
• Fear of failure often paralyzes students during exams.
• The computer virus paralyzes the entire network system.
• Stage fright paralyzes even experienced performers sometimes.
• The stroke paralyzes one side of her body.
• Indecision paralyzes the team’s ability to move forward.
• The medication temporarily paralyzes the muscle during surgery.