Meaning & Definition of word "Copycat"

Copycat

/ˈkɒpiˌkæt/

1. A person who imitates or mimics the actions or ideas of another.
- Example: He's just a copycat who tries to replicate everyone else's work.
2. An imitation or reproduction of something, especially in a way that lacks originality.
- Example: The new movie is a total copycat of the original classic.

1. To imitate someone's actions or ideas.
- Example: She tends to copycat her friends' fashion choices without adding her own style.

The term 'copycat' originated in the United States, combining 'copy' with 'cat', likely due to the playful, sneaky behavior of cats.

copycat crime:

A criminal act that is inspired by or emulates another crime.

copycat behavior:

Actions that mimic another's behavior, often seen in children or groups.

imitate:

to copy the actions, appearance, or behavior of someone.

mimic:

to imitate someone or something, typically to entertain or ridicule.

duplicate:

to make an exact copy of something.

Meaning: Knock-off

Example Sentence: That shirt is just a knock-off; it's a total copycat of the designer version.

Meaning: Clone

Example Sentence: He's a clone of the singer, trying to replicate every performance.