active
active Lexical Profile
active Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Engaging or ready to engage in physical, mental, or social pursuits; characterized by energetic movement or participation.
"Despite her advanced age, she maintains an active lifestyle by swimming and gardening daily."
Currently working, functioning, or in operation; not dormant, extinct, or discontinued.
"Geologists closely monitor the active volcano for any signs of an impending eruption."
Producing an intended biological, chemical, or medicinal effect rather than being inert.
"Always check the label to identify the active ingredient before taking over-the-counter medication."
Denoting a grammatical voice or verb form in which the subject performs the action expressed by the verb.
"Writing in the active voice generally makes prose more direct and concise."
• noun
In grammar, the active voice or a verb form in the active voice.
"The editor suggested converting the awkward sentence from the passive into the active."
American A person who is a current, fully participating member of an organization, especially a college fraternity or sorority.
"The new pledges organized a charity fundraiser with the help of the chapter's actives."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in Middle English from Old French actif, from Latin activus ('practical, energetic'), which derives from the verb agere ('to do, perform, or drive').