Pronunciation: /ˈɪmɪtətɪv/
adjective
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1copying or following a model or example: the derring-do of our film heroes inspired us to imitative feats
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following a model or example without any attempt at originality: I found the film pretentious and imitative
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2(of a word) reproducing a natural sound (e.g. fizz) or pronounced in a way that is thought to correspond to the appearance or character of the object or action described (e.g. blob).
