n. Function: adjective
1 being at work or in effective operation FF1C; marginal mines that are active only when prices are high FF1E;
Synonyms: alive, dynamic, functioning, live, operative, running, working
Related Words: assiduous, busy, diligent, industrious; energetic, strenuous, vigorous; alert, wide-awake; rushing
Contrasted Words: dormant, latent, quiescent; idle, inert, passive, supine; dead, dull, slow
Antonyms: inactive; abeyant
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Synonyms: AGILE , brisk, brisky, catty, lively, nimble, sprightly, spry, yare, zippy
Related Words: animated, spirited, vivacious; flexible, graceful, supple
Contrasted Words: inert, lumpish, torpid
Antonyms: inactive
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Synonyms: ENERGETIC 2, driving, enterprising, lively
Related Words: expeditious, prompt, ready
Contrasted Words: disinterested, indifferent, unconcerned