Word: PARALYSES
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of PARALYSES
- To afflict with paralysis.
- To make unable to move; to immobilize.
- To make unable to function properly.
"The transport strike paralysed the city."
- 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.
"The government has been in a paralysis since it lost its majority in the parliament."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "paralyses" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "paralyses" can significantly improve your writing style."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 15 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PARALYSES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is PARALYSES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in PARALYSES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing PARALYSES:
- # the paralyses effect
- # master of paralyses
- # playing with paralyses
- # in terms of paralyses
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