Word
impersonator
Phoneticsim·per·son·ator
US/ˌɪmˈpɝsəneɪtɝ/
UK/ɪmpˈɜːsənˌeɪtɐ/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a person who copies the way someone else looks, speaks, or behaves. You often see them at parties or on TV trying to look exactly like a famous person.
n. a person who imitates the appearance, voice, or mannerisms of another individual. Often used in the context of entertainment or social mimicry.
Examples
“The impersonator did a great job of copying the president's voice.”
“The comedian is famous for his ability to transform into a perfect impersonator of various Hollywood actors.”
“While some impersonators rely on physical makeup to achieve their goal, others master the subtle vocal inflections and gait of their subjects to create a truly convincing performance.”
Examples
simple
“The impersonator did a great job of copying the president's voice.”
contextual
“The comedian is famous for his ability to transform into a perfect impersonator of various Hollywood actors.”
complex
“While some impersonators rely on physical makeup to achieve their goal, others master the subtle vocal inflections and gait of their subjects to create a truly convincing performance.”
Real-World Examples
“At that time, Wiles said her phone had been hacked after an impersonator, or impersonators, used her contacts file to message other top US officials.” “Part-time actor and Mamdani impersonator Amadeo Fusca won the contest and took home a prize of $100.” Etymology
From impersonate + -or.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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