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Imitation

Definition 1:

Imitation stands for “not authentic”.

Definition 2:

Any produced good reflecting the characteristics of an already existing product will make the latest one an imitation of the first. If a piece of writing reflects the writing style of another writer, that will be considered an imitation.

Definition 3:

Non-original products are not always bad but knockoffs or counterfeit items of big brands imitate the ulterior of the original products to misguide the buyers in most cases and since those are called imitations, the word itself has a negative knack.

Definition 4:

Imitation means copy to another person's behaviour whether as a conscious or an unconscious act. Imitation can indicate common behavioral patterns seen in someone that is wished to be copied.

 

For example, imitation leather or imitation jewelry are imitations of natural leather and natural jewelry. In most cases, they look and feel almost as good as the real deal. These two imitation substitutes relieve the pressure off of natural resources.

 

Use of the Term in Sentences:

  • Imitations of authentic products clutter our markets and we often end up paying higher for the knockoffs.
  • Imitation leathers are great because no animal needs to be harmed in the process.
  • Authenticity is always key but imitation is a form of art as well when done with respect and means no offense or harm.  

 

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