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IMITATION

Definition:

1. [noun] the doctrine that representations of nature or human behavior should be accurate imitations
   
   
2. [noun] a copy that is represented as the original
   Synonyms: counterfeit, forgery
   
   
3. [noun] copying (or trying to copy) the actions of someone else
   
   
4. [noun] a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect
   Synonyms: caricature, impersonation
   
   
5. [adjective] not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article; "it isn't fake anything; it's real synthetic fur"; "faux pearls"; "false teeth"; "decorated with imitation palm leaves"; "a purse of simulated alligator hide"
   Synonyms: fake, false, faux, simulated
   
   

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Related Words:

• mimesis
• fake, sham, postiche
• emulation
• mimicry
• mock-heroic
• parody, lampoon, spoof, sendup, mockery, takeoff, burlesque, travesty, charade, pasquinade, put-on

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