passively (B2)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ˈpæsɪvli/
Definition
In a way that involves accepting or allowing what happens without actively responding or resisting.
Examples
The audience listened passively as the speaker delivered a long, unengaging lecture.
He passively accepted the criticism without offering any defense for his actions.
Many people consume news passively, simply reading headlines without deep analysis.
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