passifan
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Meaning · English
A fan, particularly of science fiction, who watches and reads the genre but does not actively engage in fanac, or fan activity.
Register: dated, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Passifan: The "unawakened" Fan, interested now only in reading the magazines and books; not yet participating in any activities.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “passifan” mean?
A fan, particularly of science fiction, who watches and reads the genre but does not actively engage in fanac, or fan activity.
Is “passifan” formal or informal?
passifan is generally dated, slang.