Prostrate

usgb/ˈprɑːstreɪt/
adjective

Lying flat on the ground facing downwards.

He fell prostrate in front of the altar.
Visual representation of "prostrate" - Lying flat on the ground facing downwards.

Often appears as...

  • fall prostrate
  • lie prostrate
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Physical Position

Used to describe someone physically lying down, facing the earth.

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In the movie, the hero lay prostrate on the ground, defeated.
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Complete Submission

Illustrates extreme deference, humility, or subservience, often in a ceremonial context.

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The courtiers lay prostrate as the king passed.
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