Korean

적극적
Meaning: active, positive, enthusiastic
Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

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Handwriting

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Example sentences

He showed a very positive attitude towards the work.
새로 부임한 팀장은 팀원들의 의견을 적극적으로 수렴했다.
The newly appointed team leader actively gathered the opinions of the team members.
그는 자신의 매력을 관중들에게 적극적으로 어필했다.
He actively appealed his charm to the audience.
학생들은 자율에 맡겨진 활동에 적극적으로 참여했다.
The students actively participated in activities entrusted to their autonomy.
요즘 신세대는 자기 표현에 매우 적극적이다.
The new generation these days is very proactive in self-expression.
정부는 중화학 공업을 적극적으로 육성했다.
The government actively fostered heavy and chemical industries.

Usage Notes

Describes a proactive, willing, and forward-leaning attitude or action. It's the opposite of '소극적' (passive).

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