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as in performer
a person who imitates another's voice and mannerisms for comic effect
a versatile impersonator, he conjures up a glittering array of female stars and divas in the course of his act
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as in actor
one who acts professionally (as in a play, movie, or television show)
a gifted impersonator who can convincingly portray both heroes and heels
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Recent Examples of impersonator
And who doesn't love Gritty, the official mascot of the Philadelphia Flyers and unlikely hero of the city, or an Elvis impersonator in Las Vegas, that most unapologetically American destination of them all?
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Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
The event aims to set a Guinness World Record for the largest number of Monroe impersonators, with organizers hoping to attract 500 volunteers.
—Staff Photographer, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
Matthew Lopez’s popular comedy about a struggling Elvis impersonator who becomes a sensation as a country singer in drag clubs is the final show of Westport Country Playhouse’s season.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 28 May 2026
With the war between New Jersey and Shah of Iran impersonator Phil Leotardo ending in dramatic fashion, Tony can now breathe a brief sigh of relief, though his crew now looks like a shell of its former self and there are looming indictments hanging over our favorite mob boss's head.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2026
The celebration features food and music, a bocce tournament, an Elvis Presley impersonator, pizza acrobatics and more.
—Finch Walker, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Police impersonator in Harford County This incident comes nearly a week after a man was arrested in Harford County for impersonating an officer in a shopping center.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 8 May 2026
From across the barbecue pit, see an Elvis impersonator, full pompadour over skinny jeans, plus a girlfriend who looks exactly like Priscilla.
—Olivia Kan-Sperling, Artforum, 2 May 2026
The State Bar of Texas has posted a public warning on its webpage about Carrillo impersonators.
—Naisha Roy, ProPublica, 29 Apr. 2026
Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
The event aims to set a Guinness World Record for the largest number of Monroe impersonators, with organizers hoping to attract 500 volunteers.
—Staff Photographer, Los Angeles Times, 31 May 2026
Matthew Lopez’s popular comedy about a struggling Elvis impersonator who becomes a sensation as a country singer in drag clubs is the final show of Westport Country Playhouse’s season.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 28 May 2026
With the war between New Jersey and Shah of Iran impersonator Phil Leotardo ending in dramatic fashion, Tony can now breathe a brief sigh of relief, though his crew now looks like a shell of its former self and there are looming indictments hanging over our favorite mob boss's head.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 May 2026
The celebration features food and music, a bocce tournament, an Elvis Presley impersonator, pizza acrobatics and more.
—Finch Walker, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Police impersonator in Harford County This incident comes nearly a week after a man was arrested in Harford County for impersonating an officer in a shopping center.
—Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 8 May 2026
From across the barbecue pit, see an Elvis impersonator, full pompadour over skinny jeans, plus a girlfriend who looks exactly like Priscilla.
—Olivia Kan-Sperling, Artforum, 2 May 2026
The State Bar of Texas has posted a public warning on its webpage about Carrillo impersonators.
—Naisha Roy, ProPublica, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for impersonator
Noun
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Kinski played Mignon, a mute acrobat and street performer, in the film.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
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Microdrama performer Sam Myerson will narrate the series.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 June 2026
Noun
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Lithogow is among a cadre of accomplished film and television actors who have a deep love of the stage.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Pino is an actor and director who has worked across TV, film, and theater, and has helped break the glass ceiling for Latin American actors of a generation.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
8 June 2026
Noun
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Even at the height of his fame, there were dubious aspects of his personal life — often self-seeded to sustain his enigma — that poked hellified holes in his impermeability as an entertainer.—
Rodney Carmichael,
NPR,
3 June 2026
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For a photo-worthy moment, a tour bus inspired by the very one Dolly has traveled in for years will also be on site for guests to learn about her life on the road as an entertainer.—
Carly Caramanna,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2026
Noun
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These wide-leg trousers are reminiscent of the ones the actress styled with pristine all-white pieces.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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In a sea of prestige actresses doing dramedy, Byrne is a true comedic talent, sporting incredible instincts for finding the funniest angle for Sylvia to take in her line readings or gestures.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Their clothes inspired imitators.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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One of the more direct imitators of the SpaceX model is Blue Origin.—
David Szondy
May 31,
New Atlas,
31 May 2026
Noun
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The black and white photographs work especially well hung just a wall away from the Impressionists, many of who also work in black and white and concentrate on the slightest shadows.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
24 May 2026
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My first visit was in 1995 for a retrospective of 19th century Impressionist painter Gustave Caillebotte.—
David Allen,
Daily News,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Impersonator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impersonator. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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