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Definition actively in American English

actively adverb

adverb
/ˈæktɪvli/
1

with the aim of making something happen, rather than just hoping that it will

Example

Are you actively looking for work at the moment?

Synonyms and related words
concerned active involved
2

in a practical or enthusiastic way

Example

He's been actively involved in politics for 30 years.

Synonyms and related words
enthusiastic keen eager
Example

She did not like her son's friends, but was not actively hostile to them.

Definition actively in American English