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adjective

ˈpal-zē How to pronounce palsy (audio)
Definition of palsynext
as in warm
having or showing kindly feeling and sincere interest the salesman changed his palsy attitude when he realized that I wasn't buying

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palsy

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noun

ˈpȯl-zē How to pronounce palsy (audio)
as in paralysis
complete or partial loss of physical function (as motion or sensation) in a part of the body palsy can sometimes be caused by a brain injury

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Recent Examples of palsy
Adjective
His health had been in decline for years due to progressive supranuclear palsy, a rare neurological disorder. — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026 As researchers work toward more accurate diagnoses and treatment, patients can have more hope to alleviate the devastating consequences of progressive supranuclear palsy. — Jose Abisambra, The Conversation, 13 Mar. 2026
Noun
Since receiving her diagnosis, Weedman’s Bell’s palsy has been written into her characters on Hacks, Abbot Elementary and Sirens. — Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 9 Apr. 2026 Jackson died in February at the age of 84 following a battle with progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a condition similar to Parkinson's disease. — CBS News, 6 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for palsy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for palsy
  1. warm
  2. paralysis
  3. friendly
  4. gracious
  5. merry
Adjective
  • Gigi Hadid broke out the trend in corduroy pants form, which is perfectly seasonal with soft and warm fabric paired with a relaxed design.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The fleeting time in Georgia between the sweltering summer heat and damp winter chill has finally arrived, featuring cool mornings, warm evenings and trees dappled with orange leaves.
    — Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of warm
Noun
  • Keziah teams up with a girl named Gigi to make Guy’s life a living nightmare, all the while contending with her own literal demon (a sleep paralysis demon who she’s named Steve) and with her growing feelings for Gigi.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Both Heder and Madeley were intrigued by the juxtaposition of Heumann’s desire for movement with her paralysis forcing her to be still.
    — Kristen Lopez, IndieWire, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of paralysis
Adjective
  • The service The staff are as smooth and friendly as the setting.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Despite the beery bonhomie and singalong-friendly simplicity of their tunes, the Twisted Teens are grappling with an increasingly complex tangle of contradictions and tensions.
    — Stuart Berman, Pitchfork, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of friendly
Adjective
  • At the heart of these experiences is the resort’s Master Pathfinder and team of Pathfinders, who act essentially as adventure concierges, gracious hosts, and expert guides.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026
  • No Camas coach would talk (although one, along with a school administrator, was gracious to me), and the boy's mother wouldn't acknowledge my presence Saturday.
    — Matt Calkins OutKick, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of gracious
Adjective
  • Festive treats, cheery decor, and a few very-merry gift ideas—all at a bargain.
    — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Musicians, actresses, and models have proven that more rings are always merrier.
    — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of merry

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