Passive

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Definition

In a sexual or romantic relationship, passive describes someone who is inactive or submissive rather than taking an active role.

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What does passive mean?

In sexuality and relationships, passive describes a person who takes an inactive or submissive role, especially during sexual activity.

How passive is used

The word can describe a person’s role in a relationship or sexual situation. Outside this context, passive can also mean taking no action or being subjected to an action without producing a reaction.

Sources

  1. Wiktionary: Passive definition