paralisante
[pah-rah-lee-ZAN-tuh]
adjectivefeminine/masculine (invariable in form, agrees with noun)pl: paralisantes
paralyzing, paralysing
1. causing paralysis or inability to move; making someone unable to act or function
The fear was paralyzing and prevented her from speaking.
O medo era paralisante e a impediu de falar.
2. figuratively, causing someone to be unable to think, act, or make decisions due to shock, fear, or overwhelming emotion
The crisis created a paralyzing effect on the economy.
A crise criou um efeito paralisante na economia.
3. something that stops or halts progress, action, or movement completely
The scandal had a paralyzing impact on the organization.
O escândalo teve um impacto paralisante na organização.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'paralisante' is widely used to describe emotional, psychological, or social situations that leave people unable to act, particularly in discussions about anxiety, fear, or crises. It's frequently employed in media, literature, and everyday conversation to convey the intensity of paralyzing emotions or situations.
NYC Slang
paralyzing; freezing up (informal)
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