Meaning & Definition of word "Imitation"

Imitation

/ˌɪmɪˈteɪʃən/

1. The act of copying or mimicking someone or something.
- Example: Her imitation of the teacher's voice had everyone laughing.
2. An instance of copying, often used to refer to a product designed to resemble another.
- Example: The market is flooded with imitations of the popular smartphone.
3. A form of artistic representation that seeks to replicate another work.
- Example: The painting is an imitation of the famous work by Van Gogh.

1. To mimic or copy the behavior or characteristics of someone or something.
- Example: Children often imitate their parents' actions without even realizing it.
2. To reproduce a work that is similar to another work.
- Example: The artist was inspired to imitate the style of the old masters in her paintings.

Late Latin 'imitatio', from 'imitari' which means 'to copy'.

imitation is the sincerest form of flattery:

To copy someone is a way of showing admiration.

imitation game:

A playful competition or activity that involves mimicking or copying.

imitation leather:

A synthetic material designed to resemble real leather.

imitate:

To copy someone's actions or behavior.

mimic:

To imitate someone or something, especially in a humorous way.

duplication:

The action of copying something.

Meaning: Fake or knockoff version of something

Example Sentence: That watch is a total imitation; it’s just a fake.

Meaning: Someone who copies another's style or behavior excessively

Example Sentence: He's such an imitation; he just does whatever his friends do.