How is the word participate distinct from other similar verbs?
The words partake and share are common synonyms of participate. While all three words mean "to have, get, or use in common with another or others," participate implies a having or taking part in an undertaking, activity, or discussion.
participated in sports
When can partake be used instead of participate?
The words partake and participate can be used in similar contexts, but partake implies accepting or acquiring a share especially of food or drink.
partook freely of the refreshments
Where would share be a reasonable alternative to participate?
While in some cases nearly identical to participate, share usually implies that one as the original holder grants to another the partial use, enjoyment, or possession of a thing.
shared my toys with the others
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Recent Examples of participateThe next Breezy Bowl fashion show is set for April 19, 2026, at the Mondrian South Beach; all are welcome to sign up and apply to participate.—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2025 According to Yusuf, he was invited to participate in the 1985 all-star charity concert, in London.—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2025 An Israeli official, also speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed in the detailed AP report that about 10 planes participated in the mission, launching roughly the same number of missiles.—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2025 The miniseries, which was filmed in April, will likely only be one edited episode, per a blog written by Barstool Sports’ Tommy Scibelli, who also participated in the experience.—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 18 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for participate
The nearly 25-year-old business organization declined to share the name of the affected company, but said that other members still didn’t have clarity on a consistent process for accessing the minerals.
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