Associations to the word «Transfixed»

Wiktionary

TRANSFIX, noun. (linguistics) A discontinuous affix, which occurs at more than one position in a word, typical of Semitic languages.
TRANSFIX, verb. (transitive) To render motionless, by arousing terror, amazement or awe.
TRANSFIX, verb. (transitive) To pierce with a sharp pointed weapon.
TRANSFIX, verb. (transitive) To fix or impale.

Dictionary definition

TRANSFIX, verb. To render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe; "The snake charmer fascinates the cobra".
TRANSFIX, verb. Pierce with a sharp stake or point; "impale a shrimp on a skewer".

Wise words

The chief difference between words and deeds is that words are always intended for men for their approbation, but deeds can be done only for God.
Leo Tolstoy