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im·i·ta·tion
 imitation
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- pronunciation:
- I
m
teI
shn
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Parts
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the act of imitating or copying.
Grandfather does a great imitation of an opera singer.- synonyms:
- copy, reproduction, resemblance
- similar words:
- facsimile, mirror
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| definition 2: |
a copy of something else; likeness.
She bought an imitation of one of Picasso's paintings.- synonyms:
- copy
- antonyms:
- original
- similar words:
- facsimile, image, mirror, reproduction
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| related words: |
counterfeit, image, miniature |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
meant to look like something better.
The old woman's coat was made of imitation fur.- synonyms:
- fake, false
- antonyms:
- genuine, real
- similar words:
- artificial, counterfeit, mock, synthetic
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| related words: |
fake, false, toy |
| contrasting words: |
natural |
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