Synonyms for

Participates

Verb / pɑ:ˈrtɪsʌˌpeɪts / Another word for participates — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To take part in an activity or event.

Synonyms & similar words

dropout enter participate takepart contribute engage partake share collaborate assist cooperate associate perform compete

Synonyms by register

Formal

engages contributes takes part is involved in

Informal

joins in goes along chips in gets involved

Literary

shares in assists in partakes in

Antonyms

abstains refrains withholds shuns avoids ignores

Common collocations

  • actively participates
  • fully participates
  • participates in discussions
  • participates in activities
  • participates in the event
  • participates in the project
  • participates in the game

Word family

noun participation
verb participate
adjective participatory
adverb participatively

Usage note

The verb 'participate' is often followed by the preposition 'in'. Ensure correct subject-verb agreement when using this word.

Example sentences

  1. He participates in sports every weekend.
  2. She participates in the school's recycling program.
  3. The whole community participates in the annual charity event.
  4. They all want to participate in the talent show.
  5. He is too shy to participate in the class discussion.

Quotes

  • The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. - Helen Keller
  • Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success. - Henry Ford

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