Definitions and Examples of erect, upright, active
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
erect
Upright in position or posture.
Example
He stood erect with his shoulders back and his head held high.
Vertical in position or posture.
Example
She sat upright in her chair, with her back straight and her feet flat on the floor.
Engaged in physical or mental activity; characterized by movement or energy.
Example
The children were active all day, running, jumping, and playing games.
Key Differences: erect vs upright vs active
- 1Erect and upright both describe a vertical position or posture, but erect is often used to describe the position of the body, while upright is often used to describe the position of an object.
- 2Active is a complementary antonym that describes a state of movement or energy, rather than a position or posture.
Effective Usage of erect, upright, active
- 1Physical Description: Use erect or upright to describe someone's posture or position.
- 2Exercise and Fitness: Use erect or upright when giving instructions for proper form during exercises.
- 3Energy and Movement: Use active to describe someone's level of energy or engagement in physical or mental activity.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of supine have distinct meanings. Erect and upright describe a vertical position or posture, while active describes a state of movement or energy. Use these words to describe physical positions, give instructions for exercise, or describe someone's level of energy or engagement.
