impart
13 synonyms and 1 antonym for impart, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To pass on knowledge, advice, or a quality to someone.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
bestow
pass on
Antonyms
How to use impart
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
impart knowledge
impart wisdom
impart a flavor
Fairly formal; "share", "give", or "pass on" is more common in everyday speech.
Etymology
From Middle French impartir, from Late Latin impartire (im- + partire, "to divide, share").
Full origin of impart →Frequently asked questions
What does “impart” mean?
The word “impart” means to pass on knowledge, advice, or a quality to someone. In plain terms, to share or pass something on — knowledge, a quality, or a piece of news.
How do you pronounce “impart”?
“Impart” is pronounced ihm-PAHT (/ɪmˈpɑɹt/ in IPA).
How do you use “impart” in a sentence?
Here is “impart” used in a sentence: “The old sailor loved to impart his wisdom to younger crew members.”
What part of speech is “impart”?
“Impart” is a verb.
Where does the word “impart” come from?
The word “impart” comes from Late Latin. From Middle French impartir, from Late Latin impartire (im- + partire, "to divide, share").
Is “impart” a common word?
“Impart” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “impart” have?
“Impart” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to pass on knowledge, advice, or a quality to someone.
