This is the 12870th most frequent Spanish word.
paralizado
"Paralizado" means "paralyzed" in English.
'Paralizado' here conveys the emotional state of inability to react or move due to intense fear, showcasing its usage in emotional contexts.
Se sintió paralizado por el miedo al escuchar el fuerte ruido.
He felt paralyzed by fear upon hearing the loud noise.
In this context, 'paralizado' refers to the halting or suspension of progress or action in a metaphorical sense, applicable to situations.
El desarrollo del proyecto quedó paralizado hasta recibir el presupuesto necesario.
The progress of the project was paralyzed until the necessary budget was secured.
Here, 'paralizado' describes the state of traffic being at a complete standstill, illustrating its use to describe something halted or motionless.