Supine (adjective)

1. Lying on the back with the face upward.
2. Passive; inactive; not taking action to resist or change something.

Origin:

Derived from the latin word "supinus" which means "lying on the back". it has been used in english since the 15th century.

Examples:

1. She lay supine on the beach, soaking up the sun.
2. He was supine in the face of the bully's constant harassment.
3. The patient was instructed to lie in the supine position for the examination.
4. The supine attitude of the government towards corruption is unacceptable.
5. The supine position is often used in yoga and meditation to relax the body and mind.