Immobilize (V)
by Caira Sato
1. Synonyms
1.1. Paralyze
1.2. Disarm
1.3. Stifle
2. Examples
2.1. The man was immobilized with tight straps.
2.2. The soldier was shot, and fell to the floor, immobilized.
3. Definition
3.1. Prevent something or someone from moving or operating as normal
3.2. Restrict the movements of
4. Antonyms
4.1. Support
4.2. Improve
4.3. Strengthen
5. Other Forms
5.1. Immobilization (noun)
5.1.1. The man in the hospital bed lay in immobilization; with casts around his arms and legs, and his body wrapped in gauze.
5.2. Immobilizing (transition verb)
5.2.1. At Halloween, a fake mummy lay immobilizing, ready to scare the guests when they pass by.