Passivity Meaning
/pæˈsɪvɪti/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe state of being passive.
nounSubmissiveness.
Sentence Examples
The difficulty of a task is no reason for passivity and doing nothing.
Kindness is not synonymous with passivity.
CEFR Practice Quiz
His ____ during the argument frustrated everyone who wanted a decision.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
His ____ in the face of injustice frustrated his colleagues who expected him to speak out.
Word Origin & History
From passive + -ity.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His ____ during the argument frustrated everyone who wanted a decision.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
His ____ in the face of injustice frustrated his colleagues who expected him to speak out.