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

Additional uptown businesses participating in the treasure hunt this summer include Johnny Burrito, Rhino Market & Deli, Coco and the Director, Devon & Blakely, Paper Skyscraper and Geno D’s Pizza. —Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026

Because of the court's injunction, neither the NCAA nor the conference can simply ignore the ruling and prevent Sorsby from participating in games or practices. —Trey Wallace, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026

This year’s program, curated by Zoe Lukov, included a roster of participating artists of Bony Ramirez, Brendan Fernandes, Carrie Mae Weems, Hank Willis Thomas, Jason Bard Yarmosky, Joshua Woods, Kiki Smith, Soull and Dynasty Ogun, Tavares Strachan and Tosh Basco. —Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026

Attendees can explore Little Italy while sampling bites from more than 20 participating restaurants each evening. —Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026