Erect and Prostrated

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Erect verb - To fix in an upright position.

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Prostrated is an antonym for erect.

Nearby Words: erection, erected, erecting, erectile, erector

Prostrated adjective - Lacking bodily strength.

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Erect is an antonym for prostrated in topics: submit, overwhelm, helpless, flat, tired.

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