paralyse
(verb)
verb
1. make powerless and unable to function
- The bureaucracy paralyzes the entire operation
Similar word(s): paralyze
Definition categories: change, deactivate, inactivate
2. cause to be paralyzed and immobile
- The poison paralyzed him
- Fear paralyzed her
Similar word(s): paralyze
Definition categories: change, immobilise, immobilize
Sentences with paralyse as a verb:
- The transport strike paralysed the city.