Synonyms for

Paralyzing

Verb / ˈperʌˌlaɪzɪŋ / Another word for paralyzing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

making someone unable to move or act; causing a loss of strength or ability to function

Synonyms & similar words

paralyse paralyze immobilizing incapacitating crippling debilitating disabling enervating weakening numbing stupefying petrifying terrifying frightening intimidating daunting scaring shocking stunning traumatizing overwhelming oppressive

Example sentences

  1. The paralyzing cold made it difficult to move her fingers.
  2. The spiders venom had a paralyzing effect on the fly.
  3. The paralyzing grief of losing her mother made it hard for her to get out of bed.
  4. The thought of public speaking was paralyzing for him.
  5. The paralyzing fear of failure kept her from pursuing her dreams.

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words