Laxi Dictionary

English Dictionary

Define dictionary terms easily in our powerful online English dictionary.

Searching for...

No matching words found

Try a different search term or browse the dictionary

Definition paralysis in British English

paralysis noun

[uncountable] noun
/pəˈræləsɪs/
1

the loss of the ability to move your body or a part of it, usually because of an injury or illness

Example

The syndrome can lead to sudden paralysis.

Synonyms and related words
accessible ataxia the blind
Example

the paralysis currently affecting the government

Synonyms and related words
prevention frustration interruption
Definition paralysis in British English