mimic
/ˈmɪmɪk/
imitate, copy
📚 Meanings
- 1.
To imitate someone or something, especially in order to entertain or ridicule.
"She can mimic her teacher's voice perfectly."
- 2.
To copy the actions, speech, etc., of someone or something else.
"The robot was programmed to mimic human movements."
- 1.
A person who is skilled in imitating others, often for comedic effect.
"He's a great mimic, always making us laugh."
- 2.
An imitation or copy of something.
"The toy was a poor mimic of a real car."
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The comedian could perfectly mimic the president's gestures.
The comedian could perfectly mimic the president's gestures.
Children often mimic the behavior of their parents.
Children often mimic the behavior of their parents.
Some insects mimic twigs to avoid predators.
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Frequently asked about mimic
How do you pronounce mimic?
mimic is pronounced [/ˈmɪmɪk/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does mimic mean?
mimic means "imitate, copy". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is mimic?
mimic is a Intermediate-level word.
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Example: "The comedian could perfectly mimic the president's gestures." — used to mean "imitate, copy".
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