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

During the 2024 election, nearly 65% of the citizen voting age population participated in the general election, which is the second highest turnout in the last five presidential elections. —Ashley Lopez, NPR, 1 July 2025

Now, Anderson said there are only about 20, more than half of whom participate in the teen parenting and childcare program. —K. Mauser, Baltimore Sun, 30 June 2025

What To Know The Dalai Lama will participate in a series of events this week, including a major gathering of Buddhist leaders, in what Tibetan officials say will be a crucial moment for the future of their religious leadership. —Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025

Throughout the day, visitors checked out the exhibit, participated in their own art projects and enjoyed entertainment. —Lillian Ashworth, Oc Register, 22 June 2025