Mimicry
Pronunciation: /ˈmɪmɪkriː/
Mimicry (noun)
- The act of copying someone’s actions, sounds, or style in order to look or sound like them.
- A survival strategy where one living thing looks like another to avoid danger or to get food.
- 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.