mindmap root((模仿)) copy suggests the duplicating of an original as closely as possible: ~ied the painting and sold the fake as an original. imitate suggests the following of a model or a pattern but may allow for some variation and may imply inferiority in the product: ~ a poet's style. mimic implies a close copying （as of voice or mannerism） often for fun, ridicule, or lifelike simulation: pupils ~ their teacher. ape may suggest presumptuous, slavish, or inept imitating of a superior original: American fashion designers ~d their European colleagues. mock usually implies imitation, particularly of sounds or movements, with derisive intent: ~ing a vain man's manner.