Synonyms of participate

participate

verb

pär-ˈti-sə-ˌpāt 

as in to share

to take a share or part

eager to participate in the city's cultural life

Synonyms & Similar Words

• share
• know
• partake
• experience
• receive
• undergo
• feel
• see
• endure
• accept
• meet
• taste
• encounter

Synonym Chooser

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of participate

The participants will undergo testing and participate in drills in front of Major League Baseball operations departments, scouting directors and other personnel. —Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026

The rest of the market has also begun to participate in the rally. —Fred Imbert, CNBC, 16 June 2026

Existing investors were provided with the option to realize liquidity or continue participating in the company’s future growth. —Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 16 June 2026

Instead, the Council should improve access to the program by ensuring non-English language speakers can participate and reducing other barriers. —Chris Hartmann, New York Daily News, 16 June 2026