active
Translation
active, busy, energetic, operative
Examples
He leads a very active life.
He leads a very active life.
The volcano is still active.
The volcano is still active.
You need an active internet connection.
You need an active internet connection.
Grammar Patterns
(as an adjective before a noun) doing something or being busy He leads a very active life.
((in sth.)) involved in a particular activity She is active in local politics.
Similar Words
Synonyms: busy, energetic, operative; Antonyms: inactive, passive
Etymology
From Latin 'activus', from 'agere' (to do, act). It describes a state of being involved in action.
Memory Tips
Someone or something full of 'act'-ion is 'active'. It means doing things or being in operation.