CEFR C1

impersonation

noun

Meaning

The act of pretending to be another person, typically for entertainment or with the intent to deceive.

Examples

Her impersonation of the teacher was so accurate that even the principal was fooled.
The suspect was arrested for the impersonation of a police officer to gain entry to the building.

Synonyms: mimicry, imitation, masquerade, imposture

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impersonation (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪmˌpɜːrsəˈneɪʃən/

Definition

The act of pretending to be another person, typically for entertainment or with the intent to deceive.

Examples

Her impersonation of the teacher was so accurate that even the principal was fooled.
The suspect was arrested for the impersonation of a police officer to gain entry to the building.
He has a real talent for impersonation and can mimic almost any celebrity he hears.

How to Use impersonation

criminal impersonation (collocation): The legal crime of pretending to be someone else. — "He faced charges of criminal impersonation after using a fake badge."
an impersonation of (prepositional phrase): The act of copying a specific person. — "Her impersonation of the prime minister was hilarious."

Synonyms of impersonation

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