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Paralyzing Meaning in English

word · lemma: paralyze

ˈpɛɹəˌɫaɪzɪŋ
PAIR-uh-ly-zing
ˈpærəˌlaɪzɪŋ
PA-ruh-ly-zing

释义

Something that is paralyzing makes a person or thing unable to move or act, often by causing extreme fear, shock, or physical inability.

用法与细微差别

Often describes strong emotions ('paralyzing fear'), physical conditions, or shocking events. Used in both literal (medical) and figurative (emotional, situational) contexts. Not used for minor inconveniences.

例句

The spider’s bite had a paralyzing effect on his leg.

basic

She felt a paralyzing fear before her speech.

basic

A paralyzing cold spread through the city.

basic

That decision had a paralyzing impact on the whole company.

natural

He was just sitting there, held back by a paralyzing sense of doubt.

natural

The news was so shocking, it was almost paralyzing.

natural