Pronunciation: /ˌɪm.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/
noun a thing intended to simulate or copy something else
A1 She made an imitation of a bird chirping.
A2 The artist created a beautiful imitation of a famous painting.
B1 The designer's imitation of the latest fashion trend was well-received.
B2 The counterfeit watch was a perfect imitation of the original.
C1 The actor's imitation of the politician was so convincing, it went viral.
C2 The chef's imitation of a Michelin-star dish was indistinguishable from the original.
adjective not genuine; counterfeit
A1 She bought an imitation designer handbag.
A2 The painting was an imitation of a famous artist's work.
B1 The restaurant served imitation crab meat in their sushi rolls.
B2 The actor's imitation of the president was spot-on.
C1 The company was sued for selling imitation products under a famous brand name.
C2 His imitation of a famous singer was so convincing that people thought it was actually them performing.
formal The artist created a stunning imitation of the famous painting.
informal She did an amazing imitation of the teacher's accent.
slang He's always trying to do an imitation of that rapper.
figurative His behavior was an imitation of his father's stubbornness.
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