Synonyms for prostration

Synonyms for (noun) prostration

Synonyms: prostration

Definition: the act of assuming a prostrate position

Similar words: motility, motion, move, movement

Definition: a change of position that does not entail a change of location

Usage: the reflex motion of his eyebrows revealed his surprise; movement is a sign of life; an impatient move of his hand; gastrointestinal motility


Synonyms: prostration

Definition: abject submission; the emotional equivalent of prostrating your body

Similar words: submission, compliance

Definition: the act of submitting; usually surrendering power to another


Synonyms: collapse, prostration

Definition: an abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion

Usage: the commander's prostration demoralized his men

Similar words: illness, unwellness, sickness, malady

Definition: impairment of normal physiological function affecting part or all of an organism


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