English dictionary

imitate

/'/I/m/I/,t/eI/t/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

verb

reproduce someone's behavior or looks

verb.creation

Examples
The mime imitated the passers-by.

Synonyms copy simulate

Source: WordNet 3.0
appear like, as in behavior or appearance

verb.stative

Examples
Life imitate art.

Source: WordNet 3.0
make a reproduction or copy of

verb.creation

Source: WordNet 3.0
To follow as a pattern, model, or example; to copy or strive to copy, in acts, manners etc.

verb

Source: webster1913