imitate
The word “imitate” has 3 syllables: im-i-tate
It's pronounced as /ˈɪmɪteɪt/
What is synonym and antonym for imitate?
In the thesaurus, “imitate” has 9 synonyms and 3 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for imitate along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for imitate
- copy
- do
- emulate
- mimic
- mock
- parody
- render
- replicate
- reproduce
Antonyms for imitate
- create
- imagine
- originate
Meanings of imitate
- verb
- To follow as a model or a pattern; to make a copy, counterpart or semblance of.
Example Sentences
- Children often imitate their parents’ behaviors as they learn how to interact with the world.
- The artist tried to imitate the style of the old masters in his new painting.
- It’s common for young actors to imitate their favorite celebrities in auditions.
- Some animals can imitate human sounds to communicate with their handlers.
- The robot is designed to imitate human movements for more natural interactions.
On this page you'll find 12 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to imitate, such as: copy, create, do, emulate, imagine, mimic, mock.
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