Participation
/pɑːrˌtɪsɪˈpeɪʃən/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe act or fact of taking part in something.
/pɑːrˌtɪsɪˈpeɪʃən/
The act of taking part in something.
Her participation in the debate was outstanding.
💡 Simply: Imagine a group project. Participation is like everyone doing their share and helping out to make the project a success. It's being involved and contributing!
👶 For kids: When you help or join in something, that's participation!
More Examples
The success of the event depended on audience participation.
Active participation is required for this workshop.
How It's Used
"Student participation in class discussions is encouraged."
"Citizen participation in elections is essential for a democracy."
"Employee participation in decision-making can improve morale."
A share or involvement in something, especially a financial or legal arrangement.
/pɑːrˌtɪsɪˈpeɪʃən/
A share in something.
He secured a participation in the company's ownership.
💡 Simply: Imagine you are given a piece of cake, it's your participation, a share of the cake!
👶 For kids: Having a part of something!
More Examples
Her participation in the project was essential for its completion.
They were granted a participation in the benefits.
How It's Used
"They offered a participation in the profits."
"His participation in the crime led to his arrest."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
take part
To participate or be involved in an activity.
"She decided to take part in the marathon."
active participation
Engaging in an activity with energy and involvement.
"Active participation is required for this workshop."
From Middle French *participation*, from Latin *participatio*, from *participare* ('to share, partake'), from *pars* ('part') + *capere* ('to take').
The term 'participation' has been used since the 15th century, initially referring to the act of sharing or partaking.
Memory tip
Think of PAR-ticipation as taking a PAR-t (part) in an activity or event.
Word Origin
"to share, partake"