impart

verb

im·​part im-ˈpärt 

imparted; imparting; imparts

transitive verb

1

: to give, convey, or grant from or as if from a store

her experience imparted authority to her words

the flavor imparted by herbs

2

: to communicate the knowledge of : disclose

imparted my scheme to no one

impartment

im-ˈpärt-mənt 

noun

Synonyms

• communicate
• conduct
• convey
• give
• spread
• transfer
• transfuse
• transmit

Examples of impart in a Sentence

Her presence imparted a sense of importance to the meeting.

The oil imparts a distinctive flavor to the sauce.

The chemicals imparted a bluish color to the paper.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Amontillado cask imparts a complex, nuanced finish with subtle earthy tones, nuts, and a slightly savory element. —Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024

Finishing Yellowstone Select for nine weeks in rum cask barrels from Havana, Cuba, imparts notes of spice and tropical sweetness for a unique flavor profile. —Gege Reed, The Courier-Journal, 1 Nov. 2024

Keep in mind that the liver can impart a bitter flavor, so omit that if desired. —Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Oct. 2024

Chef Martha Ortiz imparts a feminine touch on classic Mexican dishes at Tuch de Luna. —Katherine Alex Beaven, Travel + Leisure, 22 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French empartir, from Latin impartire, from in- + partire to divide, part

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

impart

verb

im·​part im-ˈpärt 

1

: to give or grant from or as if from a store

schools impart knowledge

2

: to make known : disclose

I have a bit of news to impart