prostrate
/ˈprɒstreɪt/ · /ˈprɑːstreɪt/
CEFR level C2Topic HealthWord #7052 in the learning path
俯卧的；伏地的
Definitions
adj. lying flat with your face towards the ground
俯卧的；伏地的
adj. overwhelmed by exhaustion, illness, or strong emotion
精疲力竭的；悲痛难支的
v. to make someone lie face down or become extremely weak
使俯伏；使衰弱
Example
After crawling under the fence, he lay prostrate on the grass.
从围栏下爬过去后，他俯卧在草地上。
Extreme heat can leave outdoor workers prostrate with exhaustion, highlighting the importance of regular breaks.
酷热会使户外工作者疲惫不堪，凸显了定时休息的重要性。
Collocations
- lie prostrate
- prostrate with exhaustion
- prostrate oneself
Word family
- prostration (n.)
Synonyms
- prone
Antonyms
- upright
Usage tip
勿与prostate（前列腺）混淆；注意多一个r。
FAQ
- What does prostrate mean?
- lying flat with your face towards the ground overwhelmed by exhaustion, illness, or strong emotion to make someone lie face down or become extremely weak
- How is prostrate pronounced?
- UK /ˈprɒstreɪt/, US /ˈprɑːstreɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
