participate UK /pɑːˈtɪs.ɪ.peɪt/US /pɑɹˈtɪs.əˌpeɪt/verb 3adjective 1forms 3 verb3 •to take part in something with other people, rather than only watching •(no longer used) To share, to take part in (something).A spirit I am indeed; But am in that dimension grossly clad Which from the womb I did participate. — 1601 •(no longer used) To share (something) with others; to transfer (something) to or unto others. adjective1 •(no longer used) Acting in common; participating.And, mutually participate, did minister Unto the appetite and affection common Of the whole body. — 1608 formsparticipated · participating · participates