Synonyms for
Palsy
Definition
a condition marked by uncontrollable tremors or weakness of the muscles, typically caused by damage to the brain or nervous system.
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Common collocations
- cerebral palsy
- facial palsy
- Bell's palsy
- shaking palsy
- progressive muscular palsy
- spastic palsy
- paralytic palsy
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Usage note
Palsy primarily refers to a medical condition involving paralysis or severe impairment of movement, often accompanied by tremors. It is not typically used informally to mean general unsteadiness.
Example sentences
- My friend's brother has cerebral palsy, but he's still one of the smartest kids in his class.
- The little girl's palsy made it hard for her to hold her spoon, so her mom helped feed her.
- The doctor gave him medicine to control his palsy so he could stop shaking.
- My grandma's palsy makes her walk with a limp, but she still loves to dance.
- People with palsy sometimes need special equipment to help them do everyday tasks like brushing their teeth.
Quotes
I have cerebral palsy. I shake all the time.
I'm not an inspiration. I have cerebral palsy.
I'm not a disability advocate. I'm an actor. I'm a woman. I'm a mom. I'm a wife. And I happen to have cerebral palsy.