Definitions for 'active':
Below, we have different definitions or meanings of the word active. These different definitions are grouped based on the different parts of speech. You will also find examples for every definition if available
Noun: Nouns are words that represent people, places, things, or ideas.
UK: /ˈæk.tɪv/
US:
Definition 1
A person or thing that is acting or capable of acting.
Definition 2
Any component that is not passive. See Passivity (engineering).
Adjective: Adjectives modify nouns to provide more information about them.
UK: /ˈæk.tɪv/
US:
Definition 1
Having the power or quality of acting; causing change; communicating action or motion; acting;—opposed to passive, that receives.
certain active principles
Definition 2
Quick in physical movement; of an agile and vigorous body; nimble.
an active child or animal
Definition 3
In action; actually proceeding; working; in force
active hostilities
Definition 4
Given to action; constantly engaged in action; energetic; diligent; busy
active mind
Definition 5
Requiring or implying action or exertion
active employment or service
Definition 6
Given to action rather than contemplation; practical; operative
an active rather than a speculative statesman
Definition 7
Brisk; lively.
an active demand for corn
Definition 8
Implying or producing rapid action.
an active disease
Definition 9
(heading, grammar) About verbs.
Definition 10
(of source code) Eligible to be processed by a compiler or interpreter.
Definition 11
Not passive.
Definition 12
(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 and Antonyms
Synonyms: acting, agile, nimble, busy, deedful, diligent, energetic, in action, in force, working, operative, top
Antonyms: bottom, passive, dormant, extinct, quiescent, dull, indolent, inert, sluggish, indolent, passive, still, passive, passive, sedentary, tranquil, passive, slow, speculative, theoretical
