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

In addition to learning new experiences, like the one provided by the fire department, campers also partake in music therapy, sports, water play, talent shows and more. — Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 8 July 2026

And as the ships’ names imply, a voyage on any one of these vessels is one that is designed to bring happiness to all who partake. — Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026

Learn which can be used — and where — plus how to safely partake. — Kristin Scharkey, USA Today, 3 July 2026

Alas, although plenty of other celebrities will be in attendance, the Prince and Princess of Wales did not fly to the Big Apple to partake in the wedding festivities—which are said to begin in just a few hours. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 3 July 2026

Phrases Containing partake

• partake (of)