Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

copycat

noun
/ˈkɒpiˌkæt/
Definition
A person or thing that imitates or mimics the behavior or actions of another.
Examples
  • He was such a copycat, always mimicking his friend’s style.
  • In the music industry, many artists have been called copycats for imitating popular trends.
  • She didn’t want to be seen as a copycat, so she added her own twist to the project.
Meaning
Copycat refers to someone who copies the work or actions of someone else, often without original thought or creativity.
Synonyms
  • imitator
  • duplicate
  • follower
  • mimic
  • replicator