Meaning of the word mimesis in English
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mimesis
US /mɪˈmiː.sɪs/
UK /mɪˈmiː.sɪs/
Noun
1.
the deliberate imitation of the behavior of one group of people by another as a factor in social change
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The spread of fashion trends can be seen as a form of mimesis.
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Cultural mimesis plays a significant role in the adoption of new technologies.
2.
representation or imitation of the real world in art and literature
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Aristotle's concept of mimesis is central to his theory of tragedy.
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The novel achieves a powerful sense of mimesis, making the reader feel present in the story.
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