Meaning & Definition of word "Participate"

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.