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Film and TV genre
Action comedy is a hybrid genre that combines elements of action fiction with comedy. While early action films feature stuntwork and humor, academic Cynthia
Action_comedy
Genre of film that emphasizes humour
sync with the action on the screen, on pianos, organs, and other instruments. When sound films became more prevalent during the 1920s, comedy films grew
Comedy_film
romance, drama, animation, and action); the list should attempt to document films which are more closely related to comedy, even if they bend genres. "1
List of comedy films of the 2020s
List_of_comedy_films_of_the_2020s
American actress (born 1986)
romantic comedy Future '38 (2017), the fantasy romantic comedy Isn't It Romantic (2019), the drama A Dog's Journey (2019), and the action comedy Stuber
Betty_Gilpin
of action films split by decade. Often there may be considerable overlap particularly between action and other genres (including, horror, comedy, and
Lists_of_action_films
Ramachandran, Naman (May 7, 2025). "Netflix Sets Korean Comedy Thriller Husbands in Action". Variety. Retrieved January 21, 2026. 이, 다원 (May 22, 2026)
List of Netflix original films (since 2026)
List_of_Netflix_original_films_(since_2026)
American actor (born 1968)
Best Original Screenplay. Wilson returned to the buddy-comedy genre in 2002 with the action comedy I Spy, co-starring Eddie Murphy. The big-screen remake
Owen_Wilson
Genre of dramatic works intended to be humorous
Comedy is a genre of dramatic works intended to be humorous or amusing by inducing laughter, especially in theatre, film, stand-up comedy, television
Comedy
This is a list of comedy films released in the 1990s. Bean (1997) Beautiful People (1999) Brassed Off (1996) Bring Me the Head of Mavis Davis (1997) The
List of comedy films of the 1990s
List_of_comedy_films_of_the_1990s
live-action comedy films. For animated comedy films, see the list of highest-grossing animated films. The following is a list of highest grossing comedy films
List of highest-grossing live-action comedy films
List_of_highest-grossing_live-action_comedy_films
(including, horror, comedy, and science fiction films); the list should attempt to document films which are more closely related to action, even if they blend
List of action films of the 2020s
List_of_action_films_of_the_2020s
American actor (born 1982)
Fast X (2023). He made his directorial debut and co-starred in the action-comedy Dark Web: Cicada 3301 (2021). Ritchson was born on November 28, 1982
Alan_Ritchson
2026 American film
The Wrecking Crew is a 2026 American buddy cop action comedy film directed by Ángel Manuel Soto and written by Jonathan Tropper. It stars Dave Bautista
The_Wrecking_Crew_(2026_film)
2026 American film by BenDavid Grabinski
Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice is a 2026 American science fiction action comedy crime film written and directed by BenDavid Grabinski and produced by Andrew
Mike_&_Nick_&_Nick_&_Alice
American actress (born 1972)
on her family, but made a return to the profession with the action comedy Back in Action (2025). Diaz has also written two health books: The Body Book
Cameron_Diaz
Performances by Hong Kong actor
kung fu action comedy films such as 1978's Drunken Master and 1980's The Young Master. Jackie Chan began experimenting with elaborate stunt action sequences
Jackie_Chan_filmography
2026 American film by Peter Farrelly
Balls Up is a 2026 American action comedy film directed by Peter Farrelly and written by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick. The film stars Mark Wahlberg, Paul
Balls_Up
Indian actor (born 1980)
Ravi appeared in four films: the romantic comedy Romeo Juliet, the action-comedy Sakalakala Vallavan, the action-thriller Thani Oruvan (directed by his brother
Ravi_Mohan
Film by Seth Gordon
Back in Action is a 2025 American action comedy film directed by Seth Gordon from a script he co-wrote with Brendan O'Brien. It stars Jamie Foxx and Cameron
Back_in_Action_(2025_film)
British actress
Culture-Clash Comedy". Variety. Retrieved 19 June 2024. Horton, Adrian (22 January 2023). "Polite Society review – inventive action comedy soars, then falters"
Priya_Kansara
2015 Indian-malyalam language film by Balu Anand
Athiradi (transl. Sudden action) is a 2015 Indian Tamil-language action comedy film directed by Balu Anand from a screenplay by Mansoor Ali Khan, who
Athiradi_(2015_film)
(2018). He took comedic roles playing John "Hannibal" Smith in the action comedy The A-Team (2010), an outlaw in the western comedy in A Million Ways
Liam_Neeson_filmography
Guyanese/British actor and writer
Institute.[citation needed] In 2020, he played Armando Aretas in the action comedy Bad Boys for Life directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah and starring
Jacob_Scipio
2025 film by Ben Wheatley
Normal is a 2025 American action comedy film directed by Ben Wheatley from a screenplay by Derek Kolstad, based on a story he co-wrote with Bob Odenkirk
Normal_(2025_film)
with his Vanilla Sky co-star Cameron Diaz in the action comedy Knight and Day, followed by the action thriller Jack Reacher (2012), in which he starred
Tom_Cruise_filmography
American actor (born 1988)
the 2004 adventure comedy film Catch That Kid. Thieriot has since appeared in the action comedy The Pacifier (2005), the mystery comedy Nancy Drew (2007)
Max_Thieriot
Filmography of Indian actor Akshaye Khanna
(2007) and the action thriller Aakrosh (2010). Following a four-year hiatus in 2012, Khanna took on supporting roles in the action-comedy film Dishoom (2016)
Akshaye_Khanna_filmography
Welsh actor (born 1989)
plays before gaining recognition for his starring role as a spy in the action comedy films Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014) and Kingsman: The Golden Circle
Taron_Egerton
American filmmaker and actor (born 1985)
In 2010, he received his first writing credit as a co-writer for the action comedy film Operation: Endgame. The following year, he made his directorial
Sam_Levinson
English actress, singer, and television presenter (born 1974)
the animated film The Garfield Movie (2024), the action comedy The Fall Guy (2024), and the action film Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (2025)
Hannah_Waddingham
This is a list of comedy films released in the 2000s. 17 Again 18-Year-Old Virgin (500) Days of Summer Aadhavan Adopted Aliens in the Attic Alvin and the
List of comedy films of the 2000s
List_of_comedy_films_of_the_2000s
acting. In 2025, she came out of retirement to join the Netflix action-comedy Back in Action. List of awards and nominations received by Cameron Diaz Chuba
Cameron_Diaz_filmography
Comedy genre
The Pink Panther film series, Jackie Chan in many of his Hong Kong action comedy films, Zero Mostel's character Max Bialystock in The Producers, Bette
Physical_comedy
American actress (born 1961)
Internal Affairs, the action comedy and box-office bomb Loose Cannons, starred alongside Mel Gibson and Robert Downey Jr. in the action comedy Air America and
Nancy_Travis
Indian filmmaker
best known for writing and directing action comedy films. He made his directorial debut with the action comedy film Pataas (2015) and won the SIIMA Award
Anil_Ravipudi
American actress (born 1961)
(1984), the action comedy Money Talks (1997), the live-action/animated comedy Looney Tunes: Back in Action (2003) and the romantic comedy The Perfect
Heather_Locklear
American actress (born 1929)
for Best Supporting Actress. Squibb starred in the action comedy film Thelma (2024) and the comedy-drama Eleanor the Great (2025). She also voiced characters
June_Squibb
Film by David Leitch
The Fall Guy is a 2024 American action comedy film directed by David Leitch and written by Drew Pearce, loosely based on the 1980s TV series. The plot
The_Fall_Guy_(2024_film)
Film genre evoking excitement and suspense
"The 10 Most Thrilling Action Comedy Movies, Ranked". Collider. Retrieved 2025-10-15. Ndao, Mohamed (2024-03-17). "15 Best Comedic Thrillers of the 21st
Thriller_film
2025 American film
Playdate is a 2025 American buddy action comedy film directed by Luke Greenfield and written by Neil Goldman. It stars Kevin James and Alan Ritchson alongside
Playdate_(film)
British actor and producer (born 1984)
Emmy Award. Since 2024, he has played the lead role in Guy Ritchie's action comedy series The Gentlemen. Theodore Peter James Kinnaird Taptiklis was born
Theo_James
Indian filmmaker and screenwriter
Malayalam film industry. He is known for his debut horror comedy film Romancham (2023) and his action comedy film Aavesham (2024). He is the writer of the film
Jithu_Madhavan
British-American actress (born 1982)
(2010–2012), Vivian McArthur Volkoff in the action comedy Chuck (2011), Francesca "Frankie" Trowbridge in the action comedy-drama Whiskey Cavalier (2019), and
Lauren_Cohan
Australian actress and model (born 1992)
Face the Music, the horror comedy film The Babysitter: Killer Queen (both 2020), the slasher film Scream VI (2023), the action horror film Azrael (2024)
Samara_Weaving
2026 film by Adam Shankman
Stop! That! Train! is a 2026 American action comedy disaster film directed and produced by Adam Shankman, written by Christina Friel and Connor Wright
Stop!_That!_Train!
2026 American film
Mayday is an upcoming American action comedy film written and directed by Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley, and produced by Apple Original Films
Mayday_(2026_film)
1993 film directed by John McTiernan
Last Action Hero is a 1993 American fantasy action comedy film directed and produced by John McTiernan and co-written by Shane Black and David Arnott.
Last_Action_Hero
Mexican actress and singer (born 1990)
2024, she starred in the science fiction series 3 Body Problem and the action-comedy film The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. In 2025, she starred in
Eiza_González
List of films of British actress Katrina Kaif
productions of the year, the comedies Partner and Welcome. following year, Kaif appeared in three films including the action comedy Singh Is Kinng. In 2009
Katrina_Kaif_filmography
Film
Smokey and the Bandit is an action comedy franchise following the exploits of bootleggers Bo "Bandit" Darville (Burt Reynolds), Cledus "Snowman" Snow
Smokey and the Bandit (franchise)
Smokey_and_the_Bandit_(franchise)
A list of comedy films released in the 1980s. Airplane! Animalympics Any Which Way You Can The Blues Brothers Bon Voyage, Charlie Brown (and Don't Come
List of comedy films of the 1980s
List_of_comedy_films_of_the_1980s
Hong Kong actor and martial artist (born 1954)
His breakthrough came with the action comedy Snake in the Eagle's Shadow (1978). He then starred in similar action comedies such as Drunken Master (1978)
Jackie_Chan
American actress (born 1974)
for a first-time director. She directed the action comedy Charlie's Angels (2019) and the horror comedy film Cocaine Bear (2023). Banks founded the film
Elizabeth_Banks
Indian actress (born 1983)
Her performances in the comedy drama Abhiyum Naanum (2008), the romantic drama Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa (2010), the action thrillers Yennai Arindhaal
Trisha_Krishnan
American action comedy film
Bad Day is an upcoming American action comedy film directed by Jake Szymanski, written by Laura Solon and starring Cameron Diaz. It is set to be released
Bad_Day_(upcoming_film)
2022 film by J. J. Perry
Day Shift is a 2022 American vampire action comedy film directed by J. J. Perry in his directorial debut, written by Tyler Tice and Shay Hatten from a
Day_Shift_(film)
2025 American film
Trouble Man is a 2025 American action comedy film directed by and starring Michael Jai White. The film follows Jaxen, a former cop turned private investigator
Trouble_Man_(2025_film)
Canadian actress, writer and director (born 1991)
Yvette in the Netflix comedy-drama series The Kominsky Method (2018–2021) and for her role as Madison in the 2018 action-comedy film Game Night. Born
Natasha_Hall
Canadian-American actor and entrepreneur (born 1976)
in the action comedy film Red Notice (2021) alongside Dwayne Johnson and Gal Gadot. Reynolds next starred in Levy's science fiction action comedy The Adam
Ryan_Reynolds
D'Alessandro, Anthony (April 8, 2020). "'My Spy': STX Dave Bautista Action Comedy Acquired by Amazon Studios for Streaming". Deadline Hollywood. Archived
List of Amazon MGM Studios films
List_of_Amazon_MGM_Studios_films
of action films released in the 1990s. Often there may be considerable overlap particularly between action and other genres (including horror, comedy, and
List of action films of the 1990s
List_of_action_films_of_the_1990s
Indian actor and film producer
second time in the action comedy Vallavanukku Pullum Aayudham. Unlike comedians such as Vadivelu and Vivek who usually appear in comedy tracks separate from
Santhanam_(actor)
Broadcast genre; recurring cast comedy
A sitcom (short for situation comedy or situational comedy) is a genre of comedy produced for radio and television, that centers on a recurring cast of
Sitcom
American actor and comedian (born 1977)
(2022). He co-wrote the action comedy film Central Intelligence (2016), and directed, wrote, produced, and starred in the comedy film The Oath (2018). On
Ike_Barinholtz
Indian actress (born 1992)
Story (2016). After appearing in the Chinese action comedy Kung Fu Yoga (2017), Patani featured in the action films Baaghi 2 (2018), Kalki 2898 AD (2024)
Disha_Patani
American actor (born 1976)
commercial success, earning over $92 million worldwide. He appeared in the action-comedy Cop Out (2010) alongside Bruce Willis, Tracy Morgan, and Kevin Pollak
Seann_William_Scott
of action films released in the 1980s. Often there may be considerable overlap particularly between action and other genres (including horror, comedy and
List of action films of the 1980s
List_of_action_films_of_the_1980s
2025 American action comedy film
Under Fire is a 2025 American action comedy film directed by Steven C. Miller, written by Adrian Speckert and Cory Todd Hughes, and produced by Voltage
Under_Fire_(2025_film)
2024 Indian film directed by Vysakh
Turbo is a 2024 Indian Malayalam-language action comedy film directed by Vysakh, written by Midhun Manuel Thomas and produced by Mammootty under Mammootty
Turbo_(2024_film)
2020 South Korean action comedy film
Okay! Madam (Korean: 오케이! 마담) is a 2020 South Korean action comedy film directed by Lee Cheol-ha. Mi-Young (Uhm Jung-Hwa) runs a shop at a traditional
Okay!_Madam
2025 Indian-Malayalam language film
Sahasam (transl. Derring-do) is a 2025 Indian Malayalam-language action comedy film written and directed by Bibin Krishna. The film stars Ramzan Muhammed
Sahasam_(2025_film)
English actor, comedian and writer
Partridge: Alpha Papa (2013), Viktor in the action comedy film The Spy Who Dumped Me (2018), and Crazy Cedric in the comedy film Horrible Histories: The Movie
Dustin_Demri-Burns
American actress (born 1980)
The Haves and the Have Nots. During that time, she starred in the action comedy film Ride Along (2014) and its sequel Ride Along 2 (2016), the biographical
Tika_Sumpter
British actor (born 1987)
starred in the romantic comedies Crazy Rich Asians (2018) and Last Christmas (2019), the thriller A Simple Favor (2018), the action comedy The Gentlemen (2019)
Henry_Golding
American actress (born 1980)
Other film credits include the drama The Invisible Circus (2001), the action comedy D.E.B.S. (2004) and the horror film The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The
Jordana_Brewster
2024 film by Simon West
Old Guy is a 2024 American action comedy film directed by Simon West, written by Greg Johnson, and produced by Martin Brennan, Jib Polhemus, and Dark
Old_Guy
American actress
Detective Sonya Bailey on the Fox action comedy-drama series, Lethal Weapon (2016–2019), and as Jayla Wright in the BET+ comedy-drama series, First Wives Club
Michelle_Mitchenor
2025 American film
Mermaid is a 2025 American action comedy horror thriller film written and directed by Tyler Cornack. The film stars Johnny Pemberton as a troubled Florida
Mermaid_(2025_film)
American film by Pierre Morel
Freelance is a 2023 American action comedy film directed by Pierre Morel and written by Jacob Lentz in his feature writing debut. It stars John Cena,
Freelance_(2023_film)
(including, horror, comedy, and science fiction films); the list should attempt to document films which are more closely related to action, even if they bend
List of action films of the 2010s
List_of_action_films_of_the_2010s
British action comedy film
Deep Cover is a 2025 British action comedy film directed by Tom Kingsley and written by Derek Connolly, Colin Trevorrow, Ben Ashenden and Alexander Owen
Deep_Cover_(2025_film)
American filmmaker (born 1961)
film director, and actor, known for his distinctive style of action and action comedy films. He originated the Lethal Weapon franchise, and has also
Shane_Black
American actress (born 1979)
commercially successful comedies Main Tera Hero (2014) and Housefull 3 (2016). She has also featured in the Hollywood action comedy Spy (2015). Fakhri was
Nargis_Fakhri
2021 American film
Jolt is a 2021 American action comedy film directed by Tanya Wexler and written by Scott Wascha. The film stars Kate Beckinsale, Susan Sarandon, Bobby
Jolt_(film)
2024 film by Thomas Vincent
Role Play is a 2024 action comedy film directed by Thomas Vincent, written by Seth Owen, produced by Andrew Rona and Kaley Cuoco. The film stars Cuoco
Role_Play
American actress (born 1979)
Primetime Emmy awards for her performance. Baccarin appeared in the 2015 action-comedy Spy as agent Karen Walker. In 2016, Baccarin appeared in the film Deadpool
Morena_Baccarin
Indian action comedy film by Venky Kudumula
Robinhood is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language heist action comedy film written and directed by Venky Kudumula and produced by Mythri Movie Makers. The film
Robinhood_(2025_film)
Indian actor (born 1950)
commercial failures. He then played a supporting role in the Salman Khan action comedy film Kick (2014). The film cost ₹260 million and earned ₹3.88 billion
Mithun_Chakraborty
English actress and model (born 1992)
Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City (2021). In 2024, she starred in the action-comedy series The Gentlemen and limited biographical drama series Senna. Scodelario
Kaya_Scodelario
Indian actor
commercial and critical response. The next year, Vinay appeared in the action comedy film Mirattal (2012), remake of the Telugu film Dhee (2007). The film
Vinay_Rai
Indian actress (born 1990)
Kosam and Mukunda (both 2014), and achieved wider success with the action comedy DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham (2017). Her Bollywood debut came with Mohenjo
Pooja_Hegde
Indian actress and director
romantic comedy Jaane Tu... Ya Jaane Na (2008), the action comedy Golmaal 3 (2010), the family comedy-drama Kapoor & Sons (2016), the black-comedy Lipstick
Ratna_Pathak_Shah
Upcoming American Christmas film
The Man with the Bag is an upcoming American Christmas action comedy film directed by Adam Shankman and written by Allan Rice. It stars Alan Ritchson
The_Man_with_the_Bag_(film)
2024 film by Luan Zhang
Panda Plan (Chinese: 熊猫計劃) is a 2024 Chinese action comedy film starring Jackie Chan. It was released in China on October 1, 2024. Jackie Chan plays a
Panda_Plan
2021 film directed by Alan Ritchson
Dark Web: Cicada 3301 is a 2021 American action-comedy thriller film directed by Alan Ritchson, in his directorial debut, who co-wrote the screenplay
Dark_Web:_Cicada_3301
chronological list of action films originally released in the 2000s. Some films are of hybrid genres, including horror, comedy, and science fiction films;
List of action films of the 2000s
List_of_action_films_of_the_2000s
2022 Indian film by Anirudh Iyer
"An Action Hero review: This caper-comedy is fun, farcical, and fabulous". Cinema Express. 2 December 2022. Retrieved 2 December 2022. "An Action Hero
An_Action_Hero
2023 film by Tim Brown
The Retirement Plan is a 2023 American crime action comedy film directed and written by Tim Brown. It stars Nicolas Cage, Ron Perlman, Ashley Greene,
The_Retirement_Plan
2024 film by J.J. Perry
14, 2024). "'The Killer's Game' Reviews: Critics Blast Dave Bautista Action Comedy". Forbes. Retrieved October 1, 2024. Myers, Scott (June 11, 2012). "The
The_Killer's_Game
February 25, 2026. Galuppo, Mia (October 25, 2024). "'Oregon Trail' Action-Comedy Movie In Development at Apple (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter.
List of Apple TV original films
List_of_Apple_TV_original_films
ACTION COMEDY
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Boy/Male
Australian, Celtic, Jamaican
From the Afton River
Girl/Female
American, British, English, Jamaican
From the Afton River; Place Name
Male
Romanian
 Romanian form of Greek Antonios, possibly ANTON means "invaluable." Compare with other forms of Anton.
Male
Greek
(Ακταίων) Greek myth name of a hunter who was torn to pieces by his own dogs, AKTAION means "effulgence." He was then transformed into a deer, thus himself becoming the hunted.Â
Boy/Male
Australian, British, Christian, Danish, English
Place Name; Oak Tree Settlement
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Greek Latin
In ancient Greek mythology Actaeon was a hunter dismembered by his own dogs.
Girl/Female
Tamil
Action
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Tamil
Action
Girl/Female
Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Marathi, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu
Acting; Actress; Action; Expressions; Act
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English
A town in the U.K.
Girl/Female
Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu
Action
Male
Russian
(Ðнтон) Russian form of Greek Antonios, possibly ANTON means "invaluable." Compare with other forms of Anton.
Boy/Male
Greek
A hunter dismembered by his own dogs.
Male
English
English surname transferred to forename use, ACTON means "oak tree settlement."Â
Boy/Male
Hindu
Action
Female
English
English unisex name derived from a place name ASTON means "east settlement."
Male
German
 German form of Greek Antonios, possibly ANTON means "invaluable." Compare with other forms of Anton.
Surname or Lastname
English (West Midlands)
English (West Midlands) : most probably a variant of Nathan, altered by folk etymology under the influence of the English vocabulary word nation.
Boy/Male
British, English, Indian, Russian
Work
Surname or Lastname
English
English : habitational name from any of several places, especially in Shropshire and adjacent counties, named Acton. Generally, these are from Old English Äc ‘oak’ + tÅ«n ‘settlement’.
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Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Telugu
A Goddess
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Spanish Italian
Fire.
Male
German
German form Hebrew Yehowyakiyn, JOCHEN means "God establishes."
Boy/Male
Hindu
Girl/Female
German
Army Counsellor; Army; War Counsellor
Boy/Male
Native American
Tall bull.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : origin uncertain. Perhaps a variant of Wheeless, or of Wheels, from Old English hwēol ‘wheel’, and so a topographic name for someone who lived near a waterwheel, or a metonymic occupational name for someone in charge of one.
Boy/Male
Indian
Servant of God (Allah)
Girl/Female
Greek
One who will be reborn.
Boy/Male
Tamil
Divine
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n.
Movement; as, the horse has a spirited action.
n.
A process or condition of acting or moving, as opposed to rest; the doing of something; exertion of power or force, as when one body acts on another; the effect of power exerted on one body by another; agency; activity; operation; as, the action of heat; a man of action.
a.
Having the power or quality of acting; causing change; communicating action or motion; acting; -- opposed to passive, that receives; as, certain active principles; the powers of the mind.
n.
A right of action; as, the law gives an action for every claim.
n.
The mutual or reciprocal action of chemical agents upon each other, or the action upon such chemical agents of some form of energy, as heat, light, or electricity, resulting in a chemical change in one or more of these agents, with the production of new compounds or the manifestation of distinctive characters. See Blowpipe reaction, Flame reaction, under Blowpipe, and Flame.
n.
Action by, or originating in, one's self or itself.
a.
In action; actually proceeding; working; in force; -- opposed to quiescent, dormant, or extinct; as, active laws; active hostilities; an active volcano.
n.
Any action in resisting other action or force; counter tendency; movement in a contrary direction; reverse action.
n.
The things sold by auction or put up to auction.
n.
Mutual action and reaction.
a.
Given to action; constantly engaged in action; energetic; diligent; busy; -- opposed to dull, sluggish, indolent, or inert; as, an active man of business; active mind; active zeal.
v. t.
To sell by auction.
n.
Effective motion; also, mechanism; as, the breech action of a gun.
n.
Any one of the active processes going on in an organism; the performance of a function; as, the action of the heart, the muscles, or the gastric juice.
n.
An engagement between troops in war, whether on land or water; a battle; a fight; as, a general action, a partial action.
a.
Implying or producing rapid action; as, an active disease; an active remedy.
a.
Requiring or implying action or exertion; -- opposed to sedentary or to tranquil; as, active employment or service; active scenes.
a.
Given to action rather than contemplation; practical; operative; -- opposed to speculative or theoretical; as, an active rather than a speculative statesman.
n.
A proposal or suggestion looking to action or progress; esp., a formal proposal made in a deliberative assembly; as, a motion to adjourn.