participation

noun

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

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One point of relief, though, is Winona Health’s participation in the federal 340B drug pricing program. Dené K. Dryden, Twin Cities, 8 May 2026 As far as improving accountability, real accountability comes from transparency and participation. Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2026 When asked about the ongoing debate over transgender athletes' participation in girls' and women's sports, Dooley took a firm stance. Chantz Martin Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2026 Data from platforms like Strava shows club participation has surged over the last two years, with some communities seeing major growth. Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 6 May 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 11 May. 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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