Synonyms of mimics

mimics 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of mimic

1

as in imitates

to copy or exaggerate (someone or something) in order to make fun of

the comedian was famous for mimicking the President's distinctive lisp

Synonyms & Similar Words

• imitates
• parodies
• mocks
• does
• spoofs
• emulates
• simulates
• sends up
• caricatures
• reproduces
• burlesques
• performs
• plays
• travesties
• ridicules
• satirizes
• replicates
• pretends
• enhances
• lampoons
• derides
• feigns
• exaggerates
• acts
• embellishes
• stretches
• parrots
• amplifies
• elaborates
• monkeys
• expands
• apes
• duplicates
• magnifies
• overstates
• dissembles
• personates
• pads
• embroiders
• impersonates
• mimes
• plays up
• counterfeits
• pasquinades
• overdraws
• fleshes (out)
• enlarges (on or upon)
• pantomimes
• shams
• gibes
• fakes
• puts on
• copycats

2

as in emulates

to use (someone or something) as the model for one's speech, mannerisms, or behavior

began to learn their language by mimicking the sounds they made

Synonyms & Similar Words

• imitates
• emulates
• copies
• mocks
• repeats
• mimes
• echoes
• apes
• performs
• parodies
• plays
• copycats
• lampoons
• impersonates
• caricatures
• burlesques
• travesties
• pantomimes
• reechos
• dittos

mimics

2 of 2

noun

plural of mimic

1

as in personators

a person who imitates another's voice and mannerisms for comic effect

a gifted mimic who can do a terrific imitation of anyone's voice

Synonyms & Similar Words

• personators
• performers
• actors
• imitators
• impressionists
• entertainers
• impersonators
• echoes
• parodists
• mimes
• mockers
• parrots
• lampooners
• caricaturists
• pantomimists
• rubber stamps
• mimers
• pantomimes
• burlesquers
• satirists
• players
• mummers
• copycats
• apes
• troupers

2

as in mimes

an actor in a story performed silently and entirely by body movements

a mimic in black clothes and white facial makeup

Synonyms & Similar Words

• mimes
• performers
• pantomimes
• pantomimists
• clowns
• mummers
• entertainers
• players
• imitators
• impressionists
• apers
• buskers
• impersonators
• pantaloons
• troupers

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of mimics

Verb

Along with the sneaker appearing scuffed and slashed as if it’s been tangling with Ghostface, the tongue’s Nike branding mimics the font of the film’s logo. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 23 Sep. 2026

This, the play posits, is exactly what young Housman (Yaron Lotan, in a poignant performance that subtly mimics Greenspan’s distinctive timbre) did at the end of his time at Oxford. — Sara Holdren, Vulture, 21 Sep. 2026

This shimmery style is achieved by using a magnetic gel polish and a magnet to direct particles in the formula into a 3D pattern on the surface of the nail, creating an effect that mimics the light-shifting pattern of a cat’s eye. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 18 Sep. 2026

Interestingly, the platform mimics the way biological brains calculate using physical movement. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 Sep. 2026

The buttonless design mimics the ease of leggings—though far classier and put together. — Ruby McAuliffe, InStyle, 12 Sep. 2026

The designs were inspired by Versailles, literally and philosophically, from the mirrors on the ceiling to the primary bedroom that mimics Marie Antoinette’s (the bed itself has sumptuous privacy curtains). — Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2026

The system almost mimics the way experience points work in a video game. — Stephanie Kasulka, Parents, 1 Sep. 2026

The crisp pleats and button-front give this timeless blouse an elevated flair that mimics Mirren’s style. — Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 29 Aug. 2026

Noun

In design reviews, require product owners to specify which consumer or internal patterns the new workflow mimics; adjust UI labels and steps to match those mental models. — Guy Yehiav, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

The sounds green noise mimics do have some research behind them, though. — Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026

White felt along the bottom mimics snow, the whole setup bringing cozy holiday vibes to every meal. — Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Nov. 2025

These creatures are also notoriously talented mimics, as can be observed from the clip, and quick learners. — Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Aug. 2025