Synonyms for

Lain

Verb / leɪn / Another word for lain — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The past participle of lie, meaning resting in a horizontal position.

Synonyms & similar words

consist stand lie dwell rest liedown arise liein rested reclined lay slept dozed relaxed flopped lounged lazed napped snoozed slumbered snoozed catnapped drowsed rested prostrate supine flat

Example sentences

  1. I have lain in bed all day.
  2. The cat has lain in the sun for hours.
  3. We have lain on the beach all afternoon.
  4. He has lain on the couch all day.
  5. She has lain in a hammock all summer.

Quotes

  • I have lain in the bed of kings.
  • I have lain with the devil and have risen unscathed.
  • I have lain down with dogs and have gotten up with fleas.

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