Mimic

/ˈmɪmɪk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a person who imitates or copies the behavior or speech of others.

As a child, he was a great mimic, often entertaining his friends with spot-on impressions.

an organism that resembles another for protection from predators.

The mimic octopus can change its color and shape to mimic other sea creatures.

verb

to imitate someone's behavior or speech, often in a playful or mocking way.

The comedian was able to mimic the politician's voice perfectly.

to resemble or imitate something in order to deceive or create confusion.

The new smartphone was designed to mimic the features of its more expensive competitor.

From Latin 'mimicus', from 'mimesis' meaning imitation.

mimic someone

to imitate someone's behavior or way of speaking.

mimicry

the action of imitating someone, often to entertain.

mimic game

a game where players imitate each other or known figures.

mime

a form of theatrical performance that uses gestures and body movements to convey meaning.

imitation

the action of copying someone or something.

simulation

a method for implementing a model over time.

to tease or mock someone by impersonating them.

He was mimicking her laugh as a joke.

to pretend to be something you're not.

Don't just mimic rich kids; find your own style.