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partake

par·take

partake

 
 
pronunciation:
par teIk
parts of speech:
intransitive verb, transitive verb
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Word Combinations (verb)
part of speech: intransitive verb
inflections: partakes, partaking, partook, partaken
definition 1: to take part; participate (usu. fol. by "in").
We all partook in the neighborhood block party last summer.He knew of his friends' robbery plan, but he did not partake in the crime.Many volunteers partook in the effort to help those people affected by the tornado.
synonyms:
participate, share
similar words:
avail oneself of, engage
definition 2: to have or receive a part or portion (usu. fol. by "of").
I hope you'll partake of dessert, since I made something special.Many happily partook of the opportunity to help out.
synonyms:
have, share
antonyms:
abstain
similar words:
eat, get, receive
definition 3: to have the nature or quality (usu. fol. by "of").
His anger partook of frustration and despair.
similar words:
involve
 
part of speech: transitive verb
definition: to have a share in; take part in; share.
synonyms:
share
antonyms:
forgo
similar words:
enjoy
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