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active

Pronunciation: [/ˈæk.tɪv/]

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active: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use active in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “health & lifestyle”

(adjective) when someone is full of energy and likes to get moving. They enjoy doing things like playing sports, running, or dancing.

Example

She is active in sports and enjoys playing tennis every weekend.

Example

He is not very active and prefers to spend his time indoors watching TV.

Example

How active are you in your daily life?

Context: “organization participation”

(adjective) when someone is involved and participates in a lot of activities or events. They are not passive or inactive.

Example

She is an active member of the community and volunteers at various charity events.

Example

He used to be active in the club, but he has been absent from meetings lately.

Example

Are you actively participating in the upcoming event?

Context: “grammar & physics”

(adjective) when something is carrying out an action or causing a change. It is not passive but actively doing something.

Example

The enzyme is active in breaking down proteins for digestion.

Example

The volcano is not currently active and hasn't erupted in years.

Example

Is the immune system actively fighting off the infection?

How to pronounce active

Pronunciation: [/ˈæk.tɪv/]

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