active

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈæk.tɪv/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

A person or thing that is acting or capable of acting.

2 Definition

Any component that is not passive. See Passivity (engineering).

Adjective
12 definition(s)
1 Definition

Having the power or quality of acting; causing change; communicating action or motion; acting;—opposed to passive, that receives.

Synonyms
acting
Antonyms
passive
Example Sentences
  • certain active principles
2 Definition

Quick in physical movement; of an agile and vigorous body; nimble.

Synonyms
agile nimble
Antonyms
indolent passive still
Example Sentences
  • an active child or animal
3 Definition

In action; actually proceeding; working; in force

Synonyms
in action in force working
Antonyms
dormant extinct quiescent
Example Sentences
  • active hostilities
4 Definition

Given to action; constantly engaged in action; energetic; diligent; busy

Synonyms
busy deedful diligent energetic
Antonyms
dull indolent inert sluggish
Example Sentences
  • active mind
5 Definition

Requiring or implying action or exertion

Synonyms
operative
Antonyms
passive sedentary tranquil
Example Sentences
  • active employment or service
6 Definition

Given to action rather than contemplation; practical; operative

Antonyms
speculative theoretical
Example Sentences
  • an active rather than a speculative statesman
7 Definition

Brisk; lively.

Example Sentences
  • an active demand for corn
8 Definition

Implying or producing rapid action.

Antonyms
passive slow
Example Sentences
  • an active disease
9 Definition

(heading, grammar) About verbs.

10 Definition

(of source code) Eligible to be processed by a compiler or interpreter.

11 Definition

Not passive.

12 Definition

(gay sexual slang) (of a homosexual man) enjoying a role in anal sex in which he penetrates, rather than being penetrated by his partner.

Synonyms
top
Antonyms
bottom passive