imitation

noun

UK/ˌɪm.ɪˈteɪ.ʃᵊn/
US/ˌɪm.əˈteɪ.ʃᵊn/

Definitions of imitation noun

  1. Countable(可数名词)Uncountable(不可数名词)

    the act of copying the behavior or appearance of someone or something else

    模仿;仿效

    • The young actor is known for his imitations of various celebrities.

      这位年轻演员以模仿各种名人而闻名。

    • Her imitation of her mother's mannerisms and gestures was remarkably accurate.

      她模仿她母亲的举止和手势非常准确。

    • The design of this product is a poor imitation of a well-known brand.

      这款产品的设计是对知名品牌的拙劣模仿。

  2. C2Countable(可数名词)

    a thing made to be similar to or represent something else; a copy

    仿制品;赝品

    • The artwork was discovered to be an imitation of a famous painting.

      这件艺术品被发现是名画的仿制品。

    • This imitation jewelry looks very realistic under the lights.

      这件仿制珠宝在灯光下看起来非常逼真。

    • The imitation designer bags they sell are of poor quality.

      他们卖的仿制设计师包质量很差。

adjective

UK/ˌɪm.ɪˈteɪ.ʃᵊn/
US/ˌɪm.əˈteɪ.ʃᵊn/

Definitions of imitation adjective

  1. designed to resemble something else, often of higher value or quality

    仿造的;人造的

    • She bought an imitation fur coat.

      她买了一件仿皮草外套。

    • The restaurant’s décor featured many imitation marble finishes.

      餐厅的装修用了许多仿大理石饰面。

    • He was wearing an imitation Rolex watch.

      他戴了一只仿劳力士手表。