IMITATE - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Verb

reproduce someone's behavior or looks

Example: The mime imitated the passers-by; Children often copy their parents or older siblings

Categories: Reproduce

Part of speech: Verb

appear like, as in behavior or appearance

Example: Life imitate art

Categories: Resemble

Part of speech: Verb

make a reproduction or copy of

Categories: Copy, Re-create

The word "imitate" comes from Latin imitatus.

Medieval scholars created new Latin words for modern concepts, keeping the language alive for centuries.