participation
UK: pɑːˌtɪsɪˈpeɪʃən | US: pɑːrˌtɪsɪˈpeɪʃən
n. the act of taking part in an activity or event
n. the state of being involved in something
The word "participation" derives from the Latin participatio, which combines particeps (meaning "sharing" or "taking part," from pars "part" + capere "to take") with the suffix -tion, indicating an action or process. Over time, it evolved through Old French participacion into Middle English, retaining its core meaning of active involvement. The morpheme "participate" preserves the original Latin sense of "taking a share," while "-ion" transforms it into a noun denoting the act or state of involvement.
Her participation in the debate club improved her public speaking skills.
Community participation is essential for the success of local projects.
The teacher noted his lack of participation in class discussions.
Employee participation in decision-making boosts workplace morale.
Voting is a fundamental form of civic participation.