adj
paralyzing
adj
1
Causing an inability to move or act.
"A paralyzing fear gripped the crowd as the alarm sounded."
How to Use Paralyzing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that causes paralysis or a total inability to act, often used for intense fear or shock.
Common pairings
paralyzing fear
paralyzing pain
Word Forms
more paralyzing comparative, most paralyzing superlative
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A _____ fear gripped the crowd as the alarm sounded.