Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
imitate
verb
/ˈɪmɪteɪt/
Definition
To copy someone’s actions, appearance, or behavior.
Examples
- The child likes to imitate his favorite cartoon character.
- She can imitate any accent perfectly.
- Artists often imitate the styles of their mentors before developing their own.
Meaning
Imitating involves replicating someone’s style, mannerisms, or gestures, often as a form of flattery or to learn.
Synonyms
- copy
- mimic
- reproduce
- emulate
- mirror
