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active

/ˈæktɪv/
ac · tive /ˈæk · tɪv/
English Definition
adj. doing things that require physical movement and energy
中文释义
活跃的,积极的
Significado en Español
activo, enérgico
한국어 뜻
활동적인, 적극적인
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
năng động, tích cực
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Example Sentence

My grandfather is still very active.

我祖父仍然很活跃。

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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the best synonym for the word “active”:

  1. A energetic
  2. B passive
  3. C idle
  4. D lethargic
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A — energetic. “active” means adj. doing things that require physical movement and energy

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

My grandmother is very ______ and walks three miles every single day.

  1. A active
  2. B lazy
  3. C idle
  4. D sleepy
Show answer

A — active. “active” means adj. doing things that require physical movement and energy

Common questions about “active”

What does “active” mean?

active — adj. doing things that require physical movement and energy. In Chinese: 活跃的,积极的.

How do you pronounce “active”?

active is pronounced /ˈæktɪv/. It breaks into 2 syllables: ac · tive.

How do you use “active” in a sentence?

My grandfather is still very active. (我祖父仍然很活跃。)

What are synonyms for “active”?

energetic, lively, dynamic — all close in meaning to active (adj. doing things that require physical movement and energy).

Is “active” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. active appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

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