copycatting

verb

Definition of copycattingnext
present participle of copycat
1
as in copying
to make an exact likeness of asked her stylist to copycat a hairstyle from the magazine

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2
as in imitating
to use (someone or something) as the model for one's speech, mannerisms, or behavior a performer who slavishly copycats another never rises to the level of true stardom

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for copycatting
  1. copying
  2. emulating
  3. replicating
Verb
  • This perspective recognizes that ML, at its core, is about extracting patterns and facts rather than copying creative expression.
    Roomy Khan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This change might create fresh information, artistic elements, insights, or viewpoints beyond simply copying the original.
    Roomy Khan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of copying
Verb
  • Cesar’s multicultural wedding reception, emulating the tripartite screen of Abel Gance’s Napoléon, might be the worst idea.
    Armond White, National Review, 4 Oct. 2024
  • His example is worth emulating and his legacy is one worth building upon.
    Brandon Busteed, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of emulating
Verb
  • What begins as a tool for convenience could grow out of control, replicating and consuming resources, and eventually overshadowing us.
    Gerui Wang, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Simply replicating last year’s budget for your SaaS expenditures won’t cut it anymore.
    Ben Pippenger, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of replicating
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copycatting

copyedit

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“Copycatting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/copycatting. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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