Synonyms for

Active

Verb / ˈæktɪv / Another word for active — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

something or someone engaged in action or involved in a particular activity

Synonyms & similar words

activevoice extinct fighting combatready alive stative inactive dynamic passivevoice participating activeagent passive quiet dormant energetic lively vibrant dynamic vigorous busy engaged operational functioning working live prompt quick spry nimble agile alert awake alive

Synonyms by register

Formal

energetic vigorous dynamic industrious

Informal

busy on the go up and about working

Literary

animated sprightly vivacious

Antonyms

inactive passive idle dormant lethargic sluggish static

Common collocations

  • active participation
  • active role
  • active voice
  • active lifestyle
  • active search
  • active ingredient
  • active duty
  • active mind

Word family

noun activity
verb activate
adjective active
adverb actively

Usage note

Often used to describe a person, process, or substance that is engaged in or characterized by movement or operation. Can also imply being busy or energetic.

Example sentences

  1. He is an active member of the basketball team.
  2. Her active participation in the debate club has led to her success.
  3. The volcano has been active for several weeks now.
  4. The toddler is very active and never sits still.
  5. The company has active plans for expansion in the next year.

Quotes

  • The most active lives have so little in them. - Philip Gilbert Hamerton
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • Only the active mind survives. - Leonard Nimoy

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