IMPERSONATION Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

impersonation

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as in performance

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Recent Examples of impersonation In World Cup lore, however, his gallantry is doomed to be overshadowed by that of his fellow-goalkeeper from Cabo Verde, Vozinha, who had already produced an uncanny impersonation of a brick wall on the fourth day of the tournament. — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 17 July 2026 Iran has relied on covert online networks and impersonation campaigns to amplify pro-Tehran narratives and target critics. — Eric Cortellessa, Time, 14 July 2026 Such impostor scams, when a criminal pretends to be a legitimate business or even a government official, are proliferating and morphing at an accelerated rate as artificial intelligence makes impersonation easier than ever. — Bill Lukitsch, Boston Herald, 13 July 2026 As cybercriminals use increasingly sophisticated tactics and AI makes phishing attempts, impersonation scams and other attacks harder to spot, organizations can’t rely on annual compliance training alone. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 The number of people vulnerable to government-impersonation scams, in particular, is much higher, as anyone can be reached by phone or text, and quickly manipulated into thinking irrationally about how to avoid arrest, according to Brown. — Ella Moore july 2, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 Dennis Truelove, 66, of Hot Springs faces charges of first-degree criminal impersonation, unlawful use of blue lights and multiple traffic offenses, state police said in a news release. — Arkansas Online, 30 June 2026 Scammers used sophisticated research and impersonation techniques to fool their victims. — Samantha Elkins, NBC news, 30 June 2026 To prevent impersonation, WhatsApp will hold back usernames for high-profile people or groups such as celebrities, public figures and government entities. — Kelvin Chan, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026

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Noun

Nolan's non-linear storytelling and minimal exposition challenge some, yet the visual grandeur and powerful performances, including Anne Hathaway's Penelope and a diverse ensemble, are undeniable.

— Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
His debut performance at Yankee Stadium will keep his name in the mix, whatever the role may be.

— Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 18 July 2026

Definition of performance

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Some of the first reports indicated that Adebayo threw a punch at Herro’s head before the two were separated, but some league sources have indicated that initial portrayals of the fight were overblown.

— Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
Seeing Black children and their families living ordinary yet robust lives in stories undermines negative portrayals.

— Brooke Harris Garad, The Conversation, 14 July 2026

Definition of portrayal

Noun

Robert Loggia was the grizzled Marine Corps heavyweight, General Grey — hardly a stretch for an actor long known for his tough-guy screen persona.

— Maggie Fremont, Entertainment Weekly, 3 July 2026
Yet, for the artist behind the persona, Francisca Agustina Cuello, this wasn’t always the intention.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026

Definition of persona

Noun

The yearly convention includes panel discussions, movie and television showings, an exhibitor hall, outdoor activations, a masquerade ball and more.

— Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 July 2026
And the leak to USA TODAY provides further evidence of the group’s careful masquerade, Tischauser, the SPLC researcher said.

— Will Carless, USA Today, 4 June 2026

Definition of masquerade

Noun

Zizou stuck to his plan to retire after that World Cup, so the headbutt was his final act as a player.

— Sebastian Smee, The Atlantic, 11 July 2026
The act has become so popular that hundreds of Norwegian fans rowed in Miami Beach on Friday in preparation for Saturday’s match.

— Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 11 July 2026

Definition of act

Noun

The big twist was always going to make or break Sugar, Apple TV’s contemporary neo-noir starring Colin Farrell as a dapper, tender, classic Hollywood–loving private investigator who happens to be a blue-skinned extraterrestrial in human disguise.

— Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 10 July 2026
Watch crafty servant Scapin spin outrageous webs of disguise and deception to help a band of young lovers outwit their impossibly miserly fathers.

— News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 July 2026

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