Definitions

participate

[pahr-tis-uh-peyt] / pɑrˈtɪs əˌpeɪt /

VERB

take part in activity

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aid compete cooperate engage engage in perform play share

STRONG

concur partake strive

WEAK

associate with be a participant be a party to be into chip in come in enter into get in on get in on the act go into have a hand in have to do with join in latch on lend a hand sit in sit in on take an interest in tune in

Antonyms

STRONGEST

block direct hinder impede obstruct prevent stop

WEAK

observe watch

Example Sentences

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When countries from around the world take to the stage to participate in Eurovision next year, they could see a new competitor.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

I’m very excited to be seeing them participate after 16 years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026

To enjoy prosperity, you have to participate in prosperity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

For instance, Warsh has roots in Silicon Valley, and he could invite tech executives with little experience in managing the economy to participate.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 19, 2026

I did not participate in class discussions, but I listened carefully, always rooting for Kennedy.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez

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