regsam
active
Definition & meaning
Regsam is an adjective meaning active, energetic, industrious, or lively. It describes someone or something that is visibly active, participates readily, or shows considerable activity.
Depending on context, it can mean:
- Energetic and active: a person who is constantly doing things.
- Industrious and engaged: someone who works eagerly and takes initiative.
- Lively or bustling: a place, organization, or activity characterized by a lot of movement and participation.
The word is somewhat more formal or literary than simply aktiv.
Grammar & Word origin
- Part of speech: adjective
- Comparative: regsamer
- Superlative: am regsamsten
- Attributive forms: ein regsamer Mensch, eine regsame Gemeinde, ein regsame[s] Vereinsleben
The word is formed from the stem of regen "" meaning “to move,” “to stir,” or “to activate,” together with the suffix -sam "", which often expresses a characteristic or tendency. Its basic sense is therefore “inclined to be active” or “showing much activity.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
- aktiv "" — the most general equivalent; it can describe physical activity, participation, or involvement.
- tätig "" — emphasizes being occupied with work or an activity.
- emsig "" — emphasizes diligence and persistent effort.
- rührig "" — emphasizes initiative, especially in organizing or accomplishing things.
- geschäftig "" — emphasizes constant activity, sometimes with a slightly critical suggestion of fussiness.
- munter "" — usually means cheerful and lively rather than industrious.
Antonyms
- untätig "" — not active or not doing anything.
- passiv "" — not actively participating or taking initiative.
- träge "" — sluggish and lacking energy.
- inaktiv "" — inactive, often in a neutral or technical sense.
- lustlos "" — lacking motivation or enthusiasm.
Common phrases & collocations
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Examples
Der Verein ist in diesem Jahr besonders regsam.adjective
The club is particularly active this year.
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