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.