Definition of imitation

Thanks for using this online dictionary, we have been helping millions of people improve their use of the english language with its free online services. English definition of imitation is as below...

Imitation (n.) That which is made or produced as a copy; that which is made to resemble something else, whether for laudable or for fraudulent purposes; likeness; resemblance..

Lern More About Imitation

Originally :: Originally (adv.) In the original time, or in an original manner; primarily; from the beginning or origin; not by derivation, or imitation..
Counterfeit :: Counterfeit (adv.) Fabricated in imitation of something else, with a view to defraud by passing the false copy for genuine or original; as, counterfeit antiques; counterfeit coin..
Limitation :: Limitation (v. t.) The act of limiting; the state or condition of being limited; as, the limitation of his authority was approved by the council..
Diminution :: Diminution (n.) In counterpoint, the imitation of, or reply to, a subject, in notes of half the length or value of those the subject itself..
Mimical :: Mimical (a.) Consisting of, or formed by, imitation; imitated; as, mimic gestures..
Imitation :: Imitation (n.) The act of imitating.
Imitation :: Imitation (n.) One of the principal means of securing unity and consistency in polyphonic composition; the repetition of essentially the same melodic theme, phrase, or motive, on different degrees of pitch, by one or more of the other parts of voises. Cf. Canon..
Muster :: Muster (v. t.) Something shown for imitation; a pattern.
Self-knowing :: Self-knowing (a.) Knowing one's self, or one's own character, powers, and limitations..
Delimitation :: Delimitation (n.) The act or process of fixing limits or boundaries; limitation.
Limitation :: Limitation (v. t.) A settling of an estate or property by specific rules.
Institute :: Institute (n.) The person to whom an estate is first given by destination or limitation.
Model :: Model (n.) Anything which serves, or may serve, as an example for imitation; as, a government formed on the model of the American constitution; a model of eloquence, virtue, or behavior..
Topically :: Topically (adv.) In a topical manner; with application to, or limitation of, a particular place or topic..
Delftware :: Delftware (n.) Earthenware made in imitation of the above; any glazed earthenware made for table use, and the like..
Macassar Oil :: Macassar oil () A kind of oil formerly used in dressing the hair; -- so called because originally obtained from Macassar, a district of the Island of Celebes. Also, an imitation of the same, of perfumed castor oil and olive oil..
Grain :: Grain (v. t.) To paint in imitation of the grain of wood, marble, etc..
Grained :: Grained (a.) Painted or stained in imitation of the grain of wood, marble, etc..
Apotactite :: Apotactite (n.) One of a sect of ancient Christians, who, in supposed imitation of the first believers, renounced all their possessions..
Paste :: Paste (n.) A highly refractive vitreous composition, variously colored, used in making imitations of precious stones or gems. See Strass..
Random Fonts
Most Popular

close
Privacy Policy   GDPR Policy   Terms & Conditions   Contact Us