imitation

US /ˌɪmɪˈteʃən/

UK /ˌɪmɪˈteɪʃn/

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noun

  • Act of copying or imitating something
  • A copy or reproduction of something.
  • The act of copying someone's behavior or actions.
  • Something made to look like something else, often of lesser quality.
  • The act or process of imitating.
  • A mimicry of someone's voice or mannerisms.

other

  • The practice of copying artistic works.

adjective

  • Made to resemble something else, typically of higher value or quality.