prostrate

C2
Pronunciation
/ˈpɹɒstɹeɪt/
/ˈpɹɑstɹeɪt/
Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To lie flat or face-down.

2 Definition

To throw oneself down in submission.

3 Definition

To cause to lie down, to flatten.

4 Definition

To overcome or overpower.

Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Lying flat, face-down.

Synonyms
prone
Antonyms
supine
2 Definition

Emotionally devastated.

3 Definition

Physically incapacitated from environmental exposure or debilitating disease.

Example Sentences
  • He was prostrate from the extreme heat.
4 Definition

Trailing on the ground; procumbent.