Definition

In a position where someone is lying flat, usually face down.

Example

He lay pronely on the ground, trying to catch his breath after the race.

Conversation

Did you see how he was lying pronely on the grass during the picnic?

Yeah, it looked so relaxed!

I wish I could just lay down pronely and soak up the sun like that.

Same here! It's the perfect way to enjoy a sunny day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

This word originates from Old English 'prone' (meaning inclined or having a tendency) and the adverbial suffix '-ly' (meaning in a manner of). Thus, 'pronely' describes an action done in an inclined or tendency-driven manner.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'inclined' or having a 'tendency' ('prone') and doing something 'in that manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'pronely' means to act in a way that shows inclination.

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