Definition of "passive"
- adjective
Being subjected to an action without producing a reaction.
Taking no action.
Being in the passive voice.
- noun
The passive voice of verbs.
A form of a verb that is in the passive voice.
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Being subjected to an action without producing a reaction.
Taking no action.
Being in the passive voice.
The passive voice of verbs.
A form of a verb that is in the passive voice.