Meaning of the word impersonator in English

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impersonator

US /ɪmˈpɝː.sən.eɪ.t̬ɚ/

UK /ɪmˈpɜː.sən.eɪ.tər/

a person who imitates the voice, mannerisms, or appearance of another person, especially for entertainment

Example:

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The Elvis impersonator sang all the classic hits.

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She's a talented celebrity impersonator.

Synonym:

mimic copycat emulator parodist double

a person who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive or defraud

Example:

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The police arrested an impersonator who was using a stolen identity.

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He was charged with being an impersonator of a police officer.

Synonym:

impostor fraudster deceiver swindler charlatan

Related Word:

impersonate