actively
/ˈæk.tɪv.li/
adverb
- In a way that involves doing things with energy and effort; not passively.
- He listened actively during the meeting, taking notes and asking thoughtful questions.
- The community is actively working to reduce waste by organizing recycling programs.
- She is actively looking for a new job and sends out applications every day.
- In a way that causes change or has a noticeable effect.
- The new medicine works actively to lower blood pressure within minutes.
- Volcanoes that are actively erupting can be dangerous to nearby towns.
- The enzyme actively breaks down food particles in your stomach.
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