Mimicry

Pronunciation: /ˈmɪmɪkriː/

Mimicry (noun)

  1. The act of copying someone’s actions, sounds, or style in order to look or sound like them.
  2. A survival strategy where one living thing looks like another to avoid danger or to get food.
  3. The use of a style or form that closely resembles another writer’s work.

Examples

  • Her mimicry of his tone made the conversation feel natural.
  • Mimicry can help people learn new habits quickly.