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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But Iran's state media said Tehran had "no plans for now to participate" in the talks, although Iranian officials have clarified the country's position yet.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

Deirdre Vickers of the Riverside County Sheriff’s office said that their office “does not participate in immigration enforcement operations.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 19, 2026

In its recent fiscal 2027 budget request, the White House proposed requiring small airports to participate in the SPP.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Now, retail investors have more freedom to participate in margin trading, which could increase platform engagement on Robinhood.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

“But it’s not just a piece of paper. It’s an agreement to participate in this process.”

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz

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