partake

verb

par·​take pär-ˈtāk How to pronounce partake (audio)
pər-
partook pär-ˈtu̇k How to pronounce partake (audio)
pər-
; partaken pär-ˈtā-kən How to pronounce partake (audio)
pər-
; partaking

intransitive verb

1
: to take part in or experience something along with others
partake in the revelry
partake of the good life
2
: to have a portion (as of food or drink)
were invited to partake of a dinner
3
: to possess or share a certain nature or attribute
the experience partakes of a mystical quality
partake in each other's sorrows and joys

transitive verb

: to take part in
adventurers who were willing to partake his fortunesA. W. Kinglake
partaker noun
Choose the Right Synonym for partake

share, participate, partake mean to have, get, or use in common with another or others.

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

participate implies a having or taking part in an undertaking, activity, or discussion.

participated in sports

partake implies accepting or acquiring a share especially of food or drink.

partook freely of the refreshments

Examples of partake in a Sentence

a story that partakes of the nature of poetry we should all partake of the city's rich cultural offerings while we have the opportunity
Recent Examples on the Web The month begins with a new moon in Scorpio, igniting your stability-seeking second house of money, security and self-confidence, which is ideal for reflecting on your relationship with money or perhaps partaking in a money magic ritual of sorts. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 1 Nov. 2024 Customers can also partake in the Mountain Dew VooDew in a frozen format at Circle K locations. Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024 Low-barrier shelters offer guests voluntary social services and medical attention but don't require them to partake or to stay sober in order to keep their bed. Jordan Smith, The Indianapolis Star, 25 Oct. 2024 Inside, visitors can partake in everything from exhibitions to more involved hands-on, experiential activities, all intended to bridge the divide between the general public and what’s perceived to be rarefied science. Martin Lerma, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for partake 

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'partake.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Word History

Etymology

back-formation from partaker, alteration of part taker

First Known Use

1561, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of partake was in 1561

Dictionary Entries Near partake

Cite this Entry

“Partake.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/partake. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

partake

verb
par·​take pär-ˈtāk How to pronounce partake (audio)
pər-
partook -ˈtu̇k How to pronounce partake (audio) ; partaken -ˈtā-kən How to pronounce partake (audio) ; partaking
1
a
: to take a share or part
partake of a meal
b
: to take part in something
all may partake in the ceremony
2
: to have some of the qualities of something
the story partook of the nature of drama
partaker noun

More from Merriam-Webster on partake

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!