imitation

/ˌɪmɪˈteɪʃən/
adjective
  1. Made to look like something else, usually of lower quality.
    • Imitation crab meat is often made from fish.
    • He wore an imitation gold watch that looked real from a distance.
    • The store sells imitation silk scarves at a low price.
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noun
  1. The act of copying someone or something.
    • His imitation of the teacher's voice made the whole class laugh.
    • Learning through imitation is a natural part of child development.
    • The artist's work is an imitation of a famous Renaissance painting.
  2. A copy of something, especially one that is not as good as the original.
    • The painting turned out to be an imitation, not a real Van Gogh.
    • She bought an imitation leather jacket because it was more affordable.
    • The necklace was a cheap imitation of a diamond one.
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