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Meaning of passive

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

passive

Pronunciation:/ˈpæs.ɪv//ˈpæs.ɪv/

noun

Definitions

  1. (grammar) The passive voice of verbs.

  2. (grammar) A form of a verb that is in the passive voice.

  3. A customer who is satisfied with a product or service, but not keen enough to promote it by word of mouth.

  4. Any component that consumes but does not produce energy, or is incapable of power gain.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Being subjected to an action without producing a reaction.

  2. Taking no action.

    Example: He remained passive during the protest.

  3. (grammar) Being in the passive voice.

  4. Being inactive and submissive in a relationship, especially in a sexual one.