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participatory

|par/tic/i/pa/to/ry|

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/pɑːrˈtɪsɪpətɔːri/

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/pɑːˈtɪsɪpətəri/

(participate)

taking part

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounNounAdjective
participateparticipatesparticipatedparticipatedparticipatingparticipationparticipantnon-participationparticipatory
Etymology
Etymology Information

'participatory' originates from the Latin word 'participare,' where 'parti-' meant 'part' and 'capere' meant 'to take.'

Historical Evolution

'participare' transformed into the French word 'participer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'participate' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to take part in something,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

involving or characterized by participation.

The workshop was highly participatory, encouraging everyone to contribute.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35