1. The quality or state of being passive; lack of activity, initiative, or energy
His passiveness in the meeting made him seem uninterested in the project.
Sua passividade na reunião o fez parecer desinteressado no projeto.
2. The condition of being subject to external action without exerting influence or control
The passiveness of the audience surprised the presenter.
A passividade da plateia surpreendeu o apresentador.
3. In psychology, a tendency to accept situations without resistance or opposition
Overcoming passiveness is important for personal development.
Superar a passividade é importante para o desenvolvimento pessoal.