1. relating to or affected by paralysis; unable to move or function normally
Usage: medical

1. a person who is affected by paralysis
Usage: medical; potentially offensive when used as a label

Examples

• The accident left him with a paralytic condition affecting his legs.
• She works as a therapist helping paralytic patients regain mobility.
• The stroke caused paralytic symptoms on his left side.
• Modern wheelchairs have greatly improved life for paralytic individuals.
• The disease can cause paralytic effects in severe cases.
• He became a paralytic after the spinal injury.
• The hospital has a special ward for paralytic patients.