- torpefy
- ['tɔ:pɪfʌɪ]verb (torpefies, torpefying, torpefied) formal make numb, paralysed, or torpid.OriginC19: from L. torpefacere, from torpere 'be numb or sluggish'.
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torpefy — tor·pe·fy … English syllables
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
