Active

/ˈæk.tɪv/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:11 ptsWWF:13 pts6 letters

Definition of Active

adjective

  1. Having the power or quality of acting; causing change; communicating action or motion; acting;—opposed to passive, that receives.

    "certain active principles"

  2. Quick in physical movement; of an agile and vigorous body; nimble.

    "an active child or animal"

  3. In action; actually proceeding; working; in force

    "active hostilities"

  4. Given to action; constantly engaged in action; energetic; diligent; busy

    "active mind"

  5. Requiring or implying action or exertion

    "active employment or service"

Anagrams of Active

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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

actingagilenimblebusydeedfuldiligentenergeticin actionin forceworkingoperativetop

ANTONYMS

bottompassivedormantextinctquiescentdullindolentinertsluggishstillsedentarytranquilslowspeculativetheoretical