to imitate
1. to copy or reproduce the actions, appearance, or manner of someone or something
The child imitates her mother's behavior.
A criança imita o comportamento de sua mãe.
2. to mimic or impersonate someone, often for entertainment or mockery
He imitated the president's accent perfectly.
Ele imitou o sotaque do presidente perfeitamente.
3. to follow or adopt a style, method, or pattern used by another
Many designers imitate the latest fashion trends.
Muitos designers imitam as tendências da moda mais recentes.
NYC Slang
copy, mock, or bite someone's style
Related Idioms & Phrases
imitar à risca (to imitate exactly/to the letter)
imitar os gestos de alguém (to mimic someone's gestures)
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