Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for immobilize. Search instead for immobilizat.
Definitions

immobilize

[ih-moh-buh-lahyz] / ɪˈmoʊ bəˌlaɪz /
VERB
prevent from moving or working
Synonyms
STRONGEST
cripple debilitate disable disarm impair incapacitate mangle mutilate paralyze shatter
STRONG
action attenuate batter blunt damage disenable disqualify enervate enfeeble exhaust hamstring harm hock hurt invalidate kibosh maim mar muzzle pinion prostrate ruin sabotage sap spoil total unbrace undermine unfit weaken wreck
WEAK
hogtie knock out put out of action render incapable shoot down take out throw monkey wrench in unstrengthen
Antonyms
STRONGEST
aid allow assist cure fix help mend mobilize strengthen
STRONG
animate assuage benefit build grow heal improve increase invigorate permit please repair soothe
VERB
tie
Synonyms
STRONGEST
clog lock up restrain shackle tie up
STRONG
bind confine curb delay fetter hog-tie hold idle leash limit obstruct restrict stop trammel
WEAK
bring to a screeching halt entrammel tie one's hands
Antonyms
STRONGEST
free
STRONG
advance aid allow assist encourage help let go loose loosen release support

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

A single freeze-up can knock out an entire weapons platform or immobilize a convoy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 27, 2025

Calvin, known throughout Altadena as “Coach Z,” has refused to allow the insurmountable loss to immobilize him.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

Others suggested they helped predators immobilize larger prey, assisted the brooding of eggs or were a display to mates and rivals.

From New York Times • Jan. 25, 2024

“Once they’ve captured their prey, they immobilize it with a very sticky mucus or slime.”

From National Geographic • Aug. 4, 2023

I could immobilize my arms and legs, but inside me it was rush hour in downtown Phoenix.

From "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli

Vocabulary lists containing immobilize

Stargirl

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

List 4

Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!

The Secret Life of Bees

Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!