passive vs zealous

passive

adj
  • Being subjected to an action without producing a reaction. 

  • Taking no action. 

  • Being in the passive voice. 

  • Not participating in management. 

  • Of a component: that consumes but does not produce energy, or is incapable of power gain. 

  • Where allowance is made for a possible future event. 

  • Being inactive and submissive in a relationship, especially in a sexual one. 

  • Without motive power. 

noun
  • A form of a verb that is in the passive voice. 

  • The passive voice of verbs. 

  • A customer who is satisfied with a product or service, but not keen enough to promote it by word of mouth. 

  • Any component that consumes but does not produce energy, or is incapable of power gain. 

zealous

adj
  • Full of zeal; ardent, fervent; exhibiting enthusiasm or strong passion. 

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