passive

pas·sive

adj \ˈpas-iv\

Definition of PASSIVE

1

a (1) : lethargic or lacking in energy or will (2) : tending not to take an active or dominant part <a passive spouse> b : induced by an outside agency <passive exercise of a paralyzed leg>

2

a : of, relating to, or characterized by a state of chemical inactivity b : not involving expenditure of chemical energy <passive transport across a plasma membrane>

—pas·sive·ly adverb

—pas·sive·ness noun