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Definition of paralytically

paralytically

/ˌpær.əˈlɪt.ɪ.kli/
par · a · lyt · i · cal · ly
Adjective:paralytic
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• adverb

1

To an extreme or incapacitating degree that renders someone unable to think, act, or move normally (often used with 'drunk', 'afraid', or 'shy').

Example

"The young actor was paralytically nervous before stepping onto the stage for the first time."

2

In a manner resulting from, involving, or resembling physical paralysis.

Example

"His left arm hung paralytically at his side following the severe nerve injury."

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• Rhymes for paralytically

• Nearby Words

paralympics
paralysis
paralytic
paralytically
paralyzation
paralyze
paralyzer

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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Paralytically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/paralytically
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