PARTAKE Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How is the word 'partake' distinct from other similar verbs?

The words participate and share are common synonyms of partake . While all three words mean "to have, get, or use in common with another or others," partake implies accepting or acquiring a share especially of food or drink. // partook freely of the refreshments

Q: When can 'participate' be used instead of 'partake'?

While the synonyms participate and partake are close in meaning, participate implies a having or taking part in an undertaking, activity, or discussion. // participated in sports

Q: When is it sensible to use 'share' instead of 'partake'?

The synonyms share and partake are sometimes interchangeable, but 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

partake

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Definition of partake

as in to participate

to take a share or part we should all partake of the city's rich cultural offerings while we have the opportunity

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as in to eat

to take a meal "let us partake," our minister declared, unfolding his napkin and eyeing the feast laid out before us

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How is the word partake distinct from other similar verbs?

The words participate and share are common synonyms of partake. While all three words mean "to have, get, or use in common with another or others," partake implies accepting or acquiring a share especially of food or drink.

partook freely of the refreshments

When can participate be used instead of partake?

While the synonyms participate and partake are close in meaning, participate implies a having or taking part in an undertaking, activity, or discussion.

participated in sports

When is it sensible to use share instead of partake?

The synonyms share and partake are sometimes interchangeable, but 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

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Recent Examples of partake At children’s school performances, parents watch their child through a phone screen even though the child is directly in front of them partaking in an event that will only happen once. — Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026 There are some who plan to partake in all three days, others who will be dropping in for one night only. — Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026 The run fittingly ended at the Monza racetrack, with participants partaking in a parade during the opening of the Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2026 Jordan Brand will partake, albeit less thematically, as well with an Air Jordan 5 with glow-in-the-dark accents. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for partake

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About 45,000 Japanese troops and 12,000 American service members are participating in the biennial Keen Sword 27.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2026
During this time, he will not be allowed to participate in any contact activities, including football.

— Mark Harris OutKick, FOXNews.com, 19 Oct. 2026

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If weather permits, be sure to dine at Oliveto Restaurant & Lounge Bar, which sits beneath a shady grove of trees and overlooks the pool and vineyard.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026
Solo dining is becoming more common, and new 2026 data gives operators a clearer picture of what people dining alone want from their restaurant experience.

— Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Oct. 2026

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