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Moderatepassive
The correct spelling is passive.
How to pronounce passive
/ˈpæs.ɪv/
nounIPA: /ˈpæs.ɪv/
Say it like: Pas-siv-e
The correct spelling is passive. (grammar) The passive voice of verbs. For example: "He remained passive during the protest."
Usage Examples
“He remained passive during the protest.”
“a passive balloon; a passive aeroplane; passive flight, such as gliding and soaring”
Meanings
noun
- 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
- 1.Being subjected to an action without producing a reaction.
- 2.Taking no action.
- 3.(grammar) Being in the passive voice.
- 4.Being inactive and submissive in a relationship, especially in a sexual one.
- 5.Not participating in management.
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