imitate

US /ˈɪm.ə.teɪt/

UK /ˈɪm.ə.teɪt/

1.

take or follow as a model

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Many young artists imitate their favorite painters.

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Children often imitate the behavior of their parents.

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mimic copy emulate reproduce replicate

2.

copy or simulate the appearance, sound, or actions of

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The comedian could perfectly imitate the president's voice.

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The robot was programmed to imitate human movements.

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mimic simulate reproduce replicate copy