mimetic
/mɪˈmɛtɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or characterized by imitation, especially in art, literature, or behavior.
- The novel uses a mimetic style to accurately reflect everyday conversation.
- Mimetic behavior in young children helps them learn social skills.
- The artist's mimetic approach aims to recreate reality as closely as possible.
- In biology, relating to or exhibiting mimicry or camouflage.
- The moth's mimetic coloring makes it look like a dead leaf.
- The frog's mimetic ability helps it hide among the moss.
- Many insects have mimetic patterns that confuse predators.