Meaning & use

Imitators

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People or things that copy or mimic the behavior, style, or characteristics of someone or something else.

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The band's unique sound quickly attracted a wave of imitators.

The market was soon flooded with cheap imitators of the original product.

A note on using this word

Often used with a slightly negative connotation, implying a lack of originality compared to the person or thing being imitated.

Words with a similar meaning

mimicscopycatsimpersonators

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Words with an opposite meaning

originatorsinnovators

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