participation

[pahr-tis-uh-pey-shuhn]

noun

1. an act or instance of participating.

2. the fact of taking part, as in some action or attempt.

   participation in a celebration.

3. a sharing, as in benefits or profits.

   participation in a pension plan.

adjective

1. of or relating to a venture characterized by more than one person, bank, or company participating in risk or profit.

   a participation loan.

Other Word Forms

• preparticipation noun
• underparticipation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of participation¹

First recorded in 1325–75; from Late Latin participātiōn-, stem of participātiō; equivalent to participate + -ion; replacing Middle English participacioun, from Anglo-French, from Late Latin, as above

Example Sentences

Following the men-only press event, Rahul Gandhi said on social media: "In our country, women have the right to equal participation in every space."

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The authors emphasize the need for expanded genomic surveillance, active community participation, and global collaboration to reduce the risk of future outbreaks.

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From bathroom bans to restrictions on health care and sports participation, conservative lawmakers across the country are targeting the rights and freedoms of trans Americans.

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Ron’s participation is a bit halfhearted, though, since his daughter has recently fled her abusive and vengeful husband.

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“It’s impossible to use Tomahawks without the direct participation of American troops,” he said on Thursday.

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Related Words

• aid 
• assistance 
• attendance 
• cooperation 
• help 
• presence 
• sharing 
• support