passividade
[pa-si-vi-'da-de]
nounfemininepl: passividades
passivity
1. The quality or state of being passive; lack of action, initiative, or resistance
The passivity of the audience surprised the speaker.
A passividade do público surpreendeu o orador.
2. In psychology and behavior, the tendency to accept things without protest or active participation
His passivity in relationships often led to misunderstandings.
Sua passividade nos relacionamentos frequentemente levava a mal-entendidos.
3. In chemistry and physics, the state of being inactive or unreactive
The passivity of the metal prevented corrosion.
A passividade do metal impediu a corrosão.
Related Idioms & Phrases
aceitar com passividade - to accept passively
demonstrar passividade - to demonstrate passivity
vencer a passividade - to overcome passivity
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