Synonyms of partake

partake

verb

pär-ˈtāk 

1

as in to participate

to take a share or part

we should all partake of the city's rich cultural offerings while we have the opportunity

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

2

as in to eat

to take a meal

"let us partake," our minister declared, unfolding his napkin and eyeing the feast laid out before us

Synonyms & Similar Words

• eat
• dine
• feast
• feed
• break bread
• fare
• refresh
• snack
• victual
• nibble
• banquet
• breakfast
• chow (down)
• graze
• lunch
• dine out
• repast
• glut
• overeat
• sup
• gorge
• picnic
• overfeed
• dig in
• pick
• board
• mess
• pig out
• nosh
• gormandize

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• diet
• fast

Synonym Chooser

How is the word partake distinct from other similar verbs?

The words participate and share are common synonyms of partake. While all three words mean "to have, get, or use in common with another or others," partake implies accepting or acquiring a share especially of food or drink.

partook freely of the refreshments

When can participate be used instead of partake?

While the synonyms participate and partake are close in meaning, participate implies a having or taking part in an undertaking, activity, or discussion.

participated in sports

When is it sensible to use share instead of partake?

The synonyms share and partake are sometimes interchangeable, but 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 partake

This time, there were six counts, all from activity Myers partook in after his release. — Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 3 Sep. 2026

Those who want to partake in an alcoholic libation have a few more options, and most are still themed after seaside carnivals and summer days. — Megan Dubois, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2026

In addition to complimentary daily practices, guests can also partake in intimate couples sessions, healing circles, and sound healing journeys, each designed to deepen connection. — Jasreen Mayal Khanna, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026

Just like a cat when someone has a laser pointer, a person can also partake in this fun little game to test their ability to track and move alongside a constant moving object. — Connie Etermadi, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026

Phrases Containing partake

• partake (of)