participation

noun

par·​tic·​i·​pa·​tion (ˌ)pär-ˌti-sə-ˈpā-shən How to pronounce participation (audio)
pər-
Synonyms of participationnext
: the act of participating

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Sandler's participation in the newlyweds' wedding ceremony comes nearly a year after the comedic actor co-starred in Happy Gilmore 2 with Kelce, who had a cameo in the sequel film. Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026 Brad Bowlin, a spokesperson for Idaho Power, wrote in a statement that, while the company tried to offer a community solar option in 2016, low participation from consumers led to the program’s suspension. Matan Josephy, Idaho Statesman, 3 July 2026 However, their participation was still in doubt after Serena tweaked her knee during her first-round singles match in her first appearance at the All England Club in four years. ABC News, 3 July 2026 Hawaii The state allows participation based on gender identity, with protections rooted in broader state anti-discrimination laws. Jackson Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for participation

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of participation was in the 14th century

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“Participation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/participation. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

Legal Definition

participation

noun
par·​tic·​i·​pa·​tion
1
: the action or state of taking part in something: as
a
: association with others in a relationship (as a partnership) or an enterprise usually on a formal basis with specified rights and obligations
a loan made directly or in participation with a bank
2
a
: something in which shares are taken by more than one party
b
: something that results in a share (as of a distribution)
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