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Definition of passiveness

passiveness

/ˈpæs.ɪv.nəs/
pas · sive · ness
Adverb:passively
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Adjective:passive
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• noun

1

The state or quality of being passive; acceptance of what happens without active response, initiative, or resistance.

Example

"His passiveness during the heated boardroom debate surprised colleagues who expected him to defend his proposal."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "passiveness" and "passivity" are largely interchangeable, "passivity" is far more common in formal, academic, and psychological contexts, whereas "passiveness" is used to emphasize a temporary behavioral state or personal quality.

• Rhymes for passiveness

• Nearby Words

passionless
passive
passively
passiveness
passivity
passkey
passout

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Passiveness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/passiveness
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