English Dictionary
Definition of “impersonate”
impersonate (ɪmˈpɜːsəˌneɪt
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Definitions
verb (tr)
- to pretend to be (another person)
- to imitate the character, mannerisms, etc, of (another person)
- rare to play the part or character of
- an archaic word for personify
Alternative Forms
imˌpersonˈation noun imˈpersonˌator noun
Usage examples
Tom was a brilliant mimic who could impersonate most of the college staff.
Secombe, Fred, Goodbye Curate (1993)I was always against the idea of putting someone in there trying to impersonate Freddie in any way.
NME (New Musical Express) (2005)It was an outrageous experiment in which a group of privileged dropouts impersonate mentally impaired people for kicks.
The Australian (2005)And mimic Alistair McGowan will impersonate his favourite cast members in a special at 8.30pm.
Sun, News of the World (2001)It is a variety of charade in which players, intending to impersonate an author or an aspect of a book, dress from chests full of costumes.
Benton, Jill, Naomi Mitchison - A Century of Experiment in Life and Letters (1990)
