Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mimetic

Adjective
/mɪˈmɛtɪk/
Definition
Relating to, or exhibiting mimicry or imitation.
Examples
  • The painter’s mimetic technique captured the essence of the landscape perfectly.
  • In biology, many species exhibit mimetic behaviors to avoid predators.
  • The play is a mimetic representation of societal issues.
Meaning
Mimetic refers to the ability to imitate or copy something, often used in contexts such as art, literature, or biology where one thing resembles another.
Synonyms
  • Imitative
  • Copying
  • Replicative