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Origin of impart

First recorded in 1425–75; late Middle English, from Latin impartīre “to share”; see im-¹, part

synonym study for impart

1. See communicate.

OTHER WORDS FROM impart

im·part·a·ble, adjectiveim·par·ta·tion

[im-pahr-tey-shuhn], /ɪmˌpɑrˈteɪ ʃən/, im·part·ment, nounim·part·er, nounpre·im·part, verb (used with object)

self-im·part·ing, adjectiveun·im·part·ed, adjective

How to use impart in a sentence

Tinker, an Indianapolis-based roaster, has imparted Conduit with just the right amount of body and bitterness at the finish.
Now You Can Steep Your Coffee Like Tea—and It's Awesome|AC Shilton|November 11, 2020|Outside Online
The result will be a dog who becomes extra-sensitive and possibly fearful, but not one who understands what you mean to impart.
Forget Everything You Know About Your Dog (Ep. 436)|Stephen J. Dubner|October 22, 2020|Freakonomics
Not only does it impart a rich flavor, but it boosts the nutrient value of your food significantly.
Bone broth will sustain you at home and in the wild. Here’s how to make it.|By Tim MacWelch/Outdoor Life|October 5, 2020|Popular-Science
An object’s momentum is its mass times velocity, so even a small object can impart significant momentum on a larger object if its relative velocity is high enough.
The World’s Space Agencies Are on a Quest to Deflect a (Harmless) Asteroid|Jason Dorrier|September 27, 2020|Singularity Hub

Feeling crushed by an intense stressor, such as abuse or a parent’s death, can impart a sense of helplessness.
A bit of stress may help young people build resilience|Esther Landhuis|August 27, 2020|Science News For Students
The American system should take a lesson from Asian countries in imparting basic skills.
China’s Schools Teaches Kids to Take Tests, Obey the State, and Not Much More|Junheng Li|November 30, 2013|DAILY BEAST
He had been just hours from departing on a 12-day trip London, imparting to his latest flock a new sense of needing a priest.
Monsignor Meth Kevin Wallin: The Kinky Priest Who Sold Meth|Michael Daly|January 22, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Hope-Jones' enthusiasm knew no bounds and he had the knack of imparting it to those who worked under him.
The Recent Revolution in Organ Building|George Laing Miller
Of commercial fertilizers, Peruvian guano is doubtless one of the best—imparting both color and fineness to the leaf.
Tobacco; Its History, Varieties, Culture, Manufacture and Commerce|E. R. Billings.
To acquire the power of thus imparting the highest pleasure by conversational powers, attention must be paid to literature.
The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness|Florence Hartley
It is so subtle a perception that even seasoned historians seldom have the power of imparting it.
A Cursory History of Swearing|Julian Sharman
They ensure a rapid improvement when mixed with other cattle, imparting their color and characteristics in an eminent degree.
Domestic Animals|Richard L. Allen

British Dictionary definitions for impart

impart

/ (ɪmˈpɑːt) /

verb (tr)

to communicate (information); relate

to give or bestow (something, esp an abstract quality)to impart wisdom

Derived forms of impart

impartable, adjectiveimpartation or impartment, nounimparter, noun

Word Origin for impart

C15: from Old French impartir, from Latin impertīre, from im- (in) + partīre to share, from pars part

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