actively
/ˈæktɪvli/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
In an active manner.
Adverb
Examples
He was actively listening.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
In the active form; not passive.
Adverb
Examples
a word used actively
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “actively” mean?
In an active manner.
Is “actively” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
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