passive
/ˈpæsɪv/
pas · sive
ˈpæs · ɪv
English Definition
adj. not active
Significado en Español
pasivo
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
thụ động
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Example Sentence
He has a passive attitude.
他态度很被动。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
pass(through) + ive(shape)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to “passive”:
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A
Active
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B
Energetic
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C
Inert
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D
Aggressive
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C — Inert.
“passive” means adj. not active
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
He took a ______ role, simply watching while others did all the work.
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A
passive
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B
active
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C
lively
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D
energetic
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A — passive.
“passive” means adj. not active
Common questions about “passive”
What does “passive” mean?
passive — adj. not active. In Chinese: 被动的，消极的.
How do you pronounce “passive”?
passive is pronounced /ˈpæsɪv/. It breaks into 2 syllables: pas · sive.
How do you use “passive” in a sentence?
He has a passive attitude. (他态度很被动。)
What are synonyms for “passive”?
inactive, submissive — all close in meaning to passive (adj. not active).
Is “passive” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. passive appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “passive”?
pass(through) + ive(shape)
