This means a person or thing is moving a lot or doing exercise. Active people do many actions with their body.
She is active and plays outside every day.
I try to stay active by walking a lot.
Something active is working or in use now. It is not stopped or switched off.
The machine is active now and makes noise.
Is your phone active or turned off?
This meaning shows that a person takes part in groups or clubs and often does some work there. They do not just watch but help.
She is active in the local community group.
Many active members help in the club.
This means someone thinks quickly or imagines many ideas. They are lively in their mind or character.
He has an active mind and learns fast.
A child with an active imagination likes stories.
In language, the active voice means the subject does the action. It is a basic grammar form.
In 'He runs', the verb is in active voice.
Active sentences show who does the action.
This meaning is about chemicals or elements that easily cause changes or reactions when mixed.
Active metals react quickly with water.
Sulfur is an active element in many reactions.
This means something is prepared and able to work, like a weapon or alarm is ready to start if needed.
The alarm system is active and will sound soon.
The missile is active and ready to launch.
In finance, active means things owned that make money, like cash or tools a company uses.
The company’s active includes cash and equipment.
Active assets help earn money for the business.
