- torpefy
- tor·pe·fy
English syllables. 2014.
English syllables. 2014.
torpefy — [ tɔ:pɪfʌɪ] verb (torpefies, torpefying, torpefied) formal make numb, paralysed, or torpid. Origin C19: from L. torpefacere, from torpere be numb or sluggish … English new terms dictionary
torpefy — v.tr. ( ies, ied) make numb or torpid. Etymology: L torpefacere f. torpere be numb … Useful english dictionary
paralyze — verb 1) both of his legs were paralyzed Syn: disable, cripple, immobilize, incapacitate, debilitate; formal torpefy 2) Sally was paralyzed by the sight of him Syn: immobilize, transfix, become rooted to the spot, freeze, stun … Thesaurus of popular words
torpescence — torpescˈence noun The process of becoming numb or torpid • • • Main Entry: ↑torpefy … Useful english dictionary
torpescent — torpescˈent adjective Becoming numb or torpid • • • Main Entry: ↑torpefy … Useful english dictionary