3syllables
paralyzes
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paralyzes is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, paralyzes is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofparalyzes
1noun
- The complete loss of voluntary control of part of a person's body, such as one or more limbs.
- A state of being unable to act.
Example: "The government has been in a paralysis since it lost its majority in the parliament."
1verb
- To afflict with paralysis.
- To render unable to move; to immobilize.
- To render unable to function properly.
Example: "The transport strike paralyzed the city."
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