prostrate

Definitions

Lying stretched out on the ground with one's face downward, especially in reverence or submission.

Completely overcome or helpless, especially with distress, exhaustion, or illness.

To cast oneself face down on the ground in humility, submission, or adoration.

Examples

The exhausted traveler lay prostrate on the cool grass after the long hike.

The worshippers fell prostrate before the altar in a gesture of deep reverence.

Synonyms

prone recumbent flat level supine overcome exhausted

Antonyms

upright standing erect vertical invigorated energized strong