participative
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/pɑrˈtɪsɪˌpeɪtɪv/
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/pɑːˈtɪsɪˌpeɪtɪv/
(participate)
taking part
Etymology
Etymology Information
'participative' originates from the Latin word 'participare,' where 'parti-' meant 'part' and 'cipare' meant 'to take.'
Historical Evolution
'participare' transformed into the French word 'participatif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'participative.'
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 company has a participative management style.
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