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 88 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for imitate along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for imitate

Antonyms for imitate

Meanings of imitate

  • verb
    1. 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 100 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to imitate, such as: Xerox, act, act like, affect, amplify, ape, assume.

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