Words Like IMITATE

We have put together a list of words that are similar to IMITATE.

8 Alternative Words Similar to imitate

1 Copy Verb      Synonym Words Like Copy
2 Simulate Verb      Synonym Words Like Simulate
3 Reproduce Verb      Synonym Words Like Reproduce
4 Resemble Verb      Synonym Words Like Resemble
5 Emulate Verb      Hyponym Words Like Emulate
6 Model Verb      Hyponym Words Like Model
7 Pattern Verb      Hyponym Words Like Pattern
8 Follow Verb      Hyponym Words Like Follow

1 examples of imitate

1 Children often copy their parents or older siblings

10 definitions of imitate

1 To follow as a pattern, model, or example; to copy or strive to copy, in acts, manners etc.
2 To produce a semblance or likeness of, in form, character, color, qualities, conduct, manners, and the like; to counterfeit; to copy.
3 To resemble (another species of animal, or a plant, or inanimate object) in form, color, ornamentation, or instinctive habits, so as to derive an advantage thereby; sa, when a harmless snake imitates a venomous one in color and manner, or when an odorless insect imitates, in color, one having secretion offensive to birds.
4 appear like, as in behavior or appearance
5 make a reproduction or copy of
6 reproduce someone's behavior or looks
7 To use or follow as a model.
8 To copy the actions, appearance, mannerisms, or speech of; mimic: amused friends by imitating the teachers.
9 To copy or use the style of: brushwork that imitates Rembrandt.
10 To copy exactly; reproduce.
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