Paralysis (Noun)
Meaning
Loss of the ability to move a body part.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The accident left her with temporary paralysis of her left leg, which slowly recovered with physical therapy.
- Spinal cord injuries can result in partial or complete paralysis of the limbs.
- After the stroke, he experienced paralysis on the right side of his body, making everyday tasks extremely challenging.
- The paralysis of her vocal cords made it difficult for her to speak above a whisper.
- Quadriplegia is a condition that causes paralysis of all four limbs, often resulting from severe spinal cord injuries.