passive
adjectiveHow many syllables in passive?
There are 2 syllables in the word passive.Divide passive into syllables:
pas · sive
How to pronounce passive:
Definition of passive:
- passive (adjective):
- lacking in energy or will.
- acted upon by an external agency
- submissive and receptive to outside forces
- receptive to outside impressions or influences
Synonyms for passive:
supineobedientquiescentdociletolerantpatientinactiveimpassivecompliantacquiescentShow 5 more
Antonyms for passive:
boldvigorouszealousvivaciousdisputatiousboisterousmulishheartyindomitablepetulantShow 15 more
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