Prostration

usgb/prɑːˈstreɪʃn/
noun

The action of lying stretched out on the ground.

He fell into a state of prostration from exhaustion.
Visual representation of "prostration" - The action of lying stretched out on the ground

Often appears as...

  • lay in prostration
  • state of prostration
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Physical Gesture

Usually a voluntary act showing humility or defeat, often in historical or dramatic contexts.

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The knights declared their loyalty with prostration at the king's feet.
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Figurative Use

Sometimes used metaphorically to describe complete surrender or subservience in an argument or situation.

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In debates, he never argues back, preferring prostration to confrontation.
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