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Mimic

noun
/ˈmɪm.ɪk/

Meaning

A person who copies or imitates the actions, speech, or mannerisms of others
imitating or copying; having the ability to imitate
To copy the actions, speech, or behavior of someone or something.

Example Sentences

The talented mimic could perfectly imitate famous celebrities.

The child has mimic behavior and copies everything his parents do.

Children often mimic their parents' behavior.

Example Expressions

mimic someone’s style

Synonyms

imitator, impersonator, copycat, impressionist, imitative, copying, imitating, emulating, imitate, copy, mock, emulate, impersonate
Entry 1
imitator, impersonator, copycat, impressionist
Entry 2
imitative, copying, imitating, emulating
Entry 3
imitate, copy, mock, emulate, impersonate

Antonyms

original, innovator, creator, authentic, genuine, unique, originate, create
Entry 1
original, innovator, creator
Entry 2
original, authentic, genuine, unique
Entry 3
originate, create

Collocations

talented mimic, voice mimic, animal mimic, perfect mimic, mimic behavior, mimic ability, mimic skills, mimic performance, mimic actions, mimic sounds, mimic style
Entry 1
talented mimic, voice mimic, animal mimic, perfect mimic
Entry 2
mimic behavior, mimic ability, mimic skills, mimic performance
Entry 3
mimic behavior, mimic actions, mimic sounds, mimic style

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