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Meaning of Imitate
The primary meaning of "imitate" is to reproduce or follow someone or something as a model.
Definitions
- To reproduce or follow someone or something as a model
- To repeat or do something in the same way as someone or something else
- To make a copy of something, especially in order to deceive or entertain people
Etymology of Imitate
The word "imitate" originates from the Latin word "imitari", which means "to follow, to copy" or "to mimic"
The Latin word is derived from "im-" (meaning "in" or "after") and "-itari" (a suffix forming verbs)
Historically, the word "imitate" has been used in the English language since the 15th century, initially in the context of art, literature, and performance
Example Uses
- The comedian imitated the president's voice and mannerisms on stage
- She imitates her mother's cooking style, using the same ingredients and recipes
- The company imitated the successful business model of its competitor