Passive

Characterized by accepting or allowing what happens or what others do, without active response or resistance. It often implies a lack of initiative, assertiveness, or engagement. This state can involve a tendency to be acted upon rather than to act, to receive rather than to give, and to endure rather than to confront. It can describe individuals, systems, or situations that lack dynamism or proactive behavior, instead relying on external forces or circumstances.

Passive meaning with examples

• The Passive observer watched the argument unfold, unwilling to get involved. He simply saw everything unfold and was happy to stay out of the quarrel.
• Her Passive listening style meant she absorbed information well but rarely asked questions during the presentation, leading to her lack of input.
• The government's Passive response to the economic downturn was criticized for its slow and insufficient nature to take effect.
• A Passive investment strategy involves holding assets for the long term, without frequent buying or selling, even if they fluctuate.
• In a Passive voice sentence, the subject receives the action, exemplified by 'The ball was thrown by the boy' unlike an active sentence.