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mimic
actor
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Meaning of Impersonator
A person who imitates another person, typically for entertainment or deceptive purposes.
Definitions
- A person who impersonates someone, especially a celebrity, for entertainment purposes
- * A person who pretends to be someone else, often for fraudulent or deceptive purposes
Etymology of Impersonator
The word "impersonator" originates from the Latin words "in" (meaning "in" or "on") and "persona" (meaning "mask" or "character"), with the suffix "-ator" added to form an agent noun, referring to a person who acts or performs in a particular way.
Example Uses
- The comedian was a skilled impersonator of famous politicians and celebrities.
- * The police were looking for an impersonator who had been using stolen identities to commit crimes.