paralyzing
US /ˈper.əl.aɪz.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈpær.əl.aɪ.zɪŋ/
形容词
1.
瘫痪性, 麻痹性
causing a loss of the ability to move or feel in part or most of the body
示例:
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The accident left him with a paralyzing injury.
那次事故给他留下了瘫痪性损伤。
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The venom of the snake has a paralyzing effect.
蛇毒具有麻痹性作用。
2.
令人瘫痪的, 使人麻痹的
making someone unable to think or act normally, often due to fear or shock
示例:
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The news had a paralyzing effect on the entire community.
这个消息对整个社区产生了瘫痪性影响。
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Fear can be a paralyzing emotion.
恐惧可能是一种令人瘫痪的情绪。