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单词 imitator
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Definition of imitator in English:

imitator

noun ˈɪmɪteɪtəˈɪməˌteɪdər
  • Someone who copies the behaviour or actions of another.

    the show's success has sparked off many imitators
    Example sentencesExamples
    • He's too original to be a mere imitator, too irreverent for a disciple.
    • He was prolific - his signature is known on more than 50 vases - and inspired many pupils and imitators.
    • It was thought the picture, which shows gondoliers and sailors at work in 18th century Venice, was a copy by an imitator or student of the artist and had been valued at no more than £5,000.
    • Engage in continuous research, knowing that if you're successful, imitators are sure to follow.
    • A whole host of less able imitators have followed in Italy, many of whom have abandoned the richness of their original local wines.
    Synonyms
    copier, copyist, emulator, follower, mimic, plagiarist, ape, parrot, echo
    informal copycat
    rare epigone
    impersonator, impressionist, mimicker
    parodist, caricaturist, lampooner, lampoonist
 
 

Definition of imitator in US English:

imitator

nounˈɪməˌteɪdərˈiməˌtādər
  • A person who copies the behavior or actions of another.

    the show's success has sparked off many imitators
    Example sentencesExamples
    • It was thought the picture, which shows gondoliers and sailors at work in 18th century Venice, was a copy by an imitator or student of the artist and had been valued at no more than £5,000.
    • Engage in continuous research, knowing that if you're successful, imitators are sure to follow.
    • He was prolific - his signature is known on more than 50 vases - and inspired many pupils and imitators.
    • He's too original to be a mere imitator, too irreverent for a disciple.
    • A whole host of less able imitators have followed in Italy, many of whom have abandoned the richness of their original local wines.
    Synonyms
    copier, copyist, emulator, follower, mimic, plagiarist, ape, parrot, echo
    impersonator, impressionist, mimicker
 
 
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