It describes someone who lacks the drive or motivation to act proactively.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Refers to a lack of initiative or enthusiasm.
- Commonly used to describe work or study attitudes.
- Often implies a need for improvement.
Overview
- 1概览：‘不积极’是一个常用的中文形容词，由否定副词‘不’和形容词‘积极’构成。它描述的是一种心理状态或行为表现，即对某项任务或目标缺乏投入，不主动去追求或完成。当一个人表现出‘不积极’时，通常意味着他没有动力，或者对结果持无所谓的态度。2) 使用模式：在句法上，它通常作为谓语或定语。例如，可以说‘他工作不积极’（谓语），也可以说‘他是一个不积极的人’（定语）。此外，它常与程度副词连用，如‘非常不积极’或‘态度很不积极’。3) 常见语境：该词常用于职场评价（如员工工作态度）、教育环境（如学生学习动力）以及社交场合（如对聚会的参与度）。在正式场合，它是一种委婉的批评方式，暗示对方需要改进。4) 近义词辨析：与‘消极’相比，‘不积极’程度较轻，侧重于‘缺少主动性’；而‘消极’则可能带有悲观、退缩甚至抵触的含义。与‘被动’相比，‘不积极’更多强调主观意愿的缺失，而‘被动’则强调受外界推动才行动。
Examples
他最近工作很不积极。
everydayHe has been very unenthusiastic about his work lately.
对于这项改革，员工们的态度十分不积极。
formalThe employees' attitude toward this reform is quite passive.
别这么不积极，一起去运动吧！
informalDon't be so passive, let's go exercise!
该研究显示，部分学生在讨论课中表现不积极。
academicThe study shows that some students are not active in discussion classes.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
缺乏积极性
Lack of initiative
态度消极
Negative attitude
不积极配合
Not actively cooperating
Often Confused With
‘消极’ implies a pessimistic or negative mindset, often involving withdrawal. ‘不积极’ simply means a lack of proactive effort.
‘被动’ suggests waiting for others to act before moving. ‘不积极’ suggests a lack of inner desire to act.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
This term is neutral to formal. It is commonly used in performance reviews or feedback. Avoid using it in casual settings if you don't want to sound critical.
Common Mistakes
Don't use it to describe physical speed. It describes attitude, not physical velocity. Ensure it is placed after the subject or as a modifier.
Tips
Use with degree adverbs
Add '很' (very) or '特别' (especially) before '不积极' to emphasize the lack of motivation. This helps clarify the intensity of the situation.
Avoid personal attacks
Use this term to describe behavior or attitudes, not as a label for a person's character. Labeling someone as 'not active' can be demotivating.
Cultural context of diligence
In Chinese culture, being 'active' (积极) is highly valued in work and study. Therefore, '不积极' is often viewed as a significant negative trait.
Word Origin
Derived from '不' (not) and '积极' (positive/active). '积极' comes from the idea of moving forward with energy.
Cultural Context
In Chinese society, '积极' is a core value in social and professional life. Being labeled '不积极' is a gentle but clear signal that one needs to change their mindset.
Memory Tip
Think of a battery that isn't charged. It has no energy to start, just like someone who is 'not active'.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions不完全一样。“懒”通常指身体上的懈怠或不想动，而“不积极”更多指在做事态度上缺乏主动性和热情，可能身体在动，但心思没投入。
这是职场中常见的评价用语。虽然它指出了问题，但建议搭配具体建议使用，例如“你最近工作不太积极，有什么困难吗？”
最直接的反义词是“积极”。“积极”表示热心、主动、奋发向上。
可以说“主动性有待提高”或“参与度不够高”，这样听起来会比直接说“不积极”更具建设性。
Test Yourself
他最近学习态度很___，成绩下降了很多。
根据上下文“成绩下降”，应填入负面评价词汇。
选择表达“缺乏主动性”的句子：
该句准确表达了缺乏主动性的含义。
态度 / 表现 / 不积极 / 他 / 的 / 很
符合中文主谓宾结构及修饰语位置。
Score: /3
Summary
It describes someone who lacks the drive or motivation to act proactively.
- Refers to a lack of initiative or enthusiasm.
- Commonly used to describe work or study attitudes.
- Often implies a need for improvement.
Use with degree adverbs
Add '很' (very) or '特别' (especially) before '不积极' to emphasize the lack of motivation. This helps clarify the intensity of the situation.
Avoid personal attacks
Use this term to describe behavior or attitudes, not as a label for a person's character. Labeling someone as 'not active' can be demotivating.
Cultural context of diligence
In Chinese culture, being 'active' (积极) is highly valued in work and study. Therefore, '不积极' is often viewed as a significant negative trait.
Examples
4 of 4他最近工作很不积极。
He has been very unenthusiastic about his work lately.
对于这项改革，员工们的态度十分不积极。
The employees' attitude toward this reform is quite passive.
别这么不积极，一起去运动吧！
Don't be so passive, let's go exercise!
该研究显示，部分学生在讨论课中表现不积极。
The study shows that some students are not active in discussion classes.
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