Meaning & Definition of word "Participate"

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    Participate

    /pɑːrˈtɪsɪpeɪt/

    verb:

    • 1. to take part in an activity or event.
      • Example: She decided to participate in the community cleanup event.
    • 2. to have a share or part in something.
      • Example: All students are encouraged to participate in the science fair.
    • 3. to engage in a discussion or decision-making process.
      • Example: He was excited to participate in the conference's panel discussion.

    Etymology

    From Latin participare, meaning 'to share in'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    participate actively:

    To engage fully in an activity.

    participate in a contest:

    To take part in a competitive event.

    participate in a discussion:

    To contribute thoughts in a conversation.

    Related Words

    participation:

    The action of taking part in something.

    participant:

    A person who takes part in something.

    Slang Meanings of participate

    Meaning: To get in on something.

    Example Sentence: Are you gonna participate in this party or what?

    Meaning: To show up and be involved.

    Example Sentence: I heard he decided to participate for real this time.