paralysis
US /pəˈræl.ə.sɪs/
UK /pəˈræl.ə.sɪs/
名詞
1.
癱瘓, 麻痹
the loss of the ability to move (and sometimes to feel anything) in part or most of the body
範例:
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The accident left him with permanent paralysis from the waist down.
事故導致他腰部以下永久性癱瘓。
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Sleep paralysis can be a frightening experience.
睡眠癱瘓症可能是一種可怕的經歷。
2.
癱瘓, 停頓
an inability to act or function properly, especially due to uncertainty or fear
範例:
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The government was in a state of political paralysis.
政府處於政治癱瘓狀態。
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Analysis paralysis prevents many people from making important decisions.
分析癱瘓（過度思考）阻礙了許多人做出重要決定。