To cause to become numb (physically or emotionally).
To cause (a feeling) to be less intense.
To cause (the mind, faculties, etc.) to be less acute.
To become numb (especially physically).
Physically unable to feel, not having the power of sensation.
Emotionally unable to feel or respond in a normal way.
To afflict with paralysis.
To make unable to move; to immobilize.
To make unable to function properly.