1. copying or reproducing the actions, appearance, or manner of someone or something
The child is imitating his father's walking style.
A criança está imitando o jeito de andar do seu pai.
2. mimicking someone for entertainment or mockery
She was imitating the celebrity's accent for laughs.
Ela estava imitando o sotaque da celebridade para fazer graça.
3. creating something that resembles or copies an original
The artist is imitating the style of the Old Masters.
O artista está imitando o estilo dos Mestres Antigos.