What is another word for Imitating?
Pronunciation: [ˈɪmɪtˌe͡ɪtɪŋ] (IPA) 
Imitating is a term that refers to copying or mimicking someone or something. In order to effectively convey the same meaning, there are several synonyms one can use instead of imitating. Some of the possible alternatives include replicating, emulating, mirroring, reflecting, following, mimicking, and impersonating. Replicating refers to reproducing something exactly as it was done before while emulating means striving to achieve the same level of excellence as the original. Mirroring and reflecting refer to copying a behavior or a mannerism, while following refers to copying a certain pattern or sequence. Mimicking and impersonating both entail imitating someone's physical or verbal actions with the intent to fool or entertain others.
