copycat
4 synonyms for copycat, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who imitates someone else, often in an unoriginal or shameless way.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use copycat
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
copycat crime
copycat killer
copycat product
Etymology
American in origin, from copy plus cat, an old derogatory term for a person.
Full origin of copycat →Frequently asked questions
What does “copycat” mean?
The word “copycat” means a person who imitates someone else, often in an unoriginal or shameless way. In plain terms, someone (or something) that imitates another, often in a lazy or derivative way.
How do you pronounce “copycat”?
“Copycat” is pronounced kah-pee-KAT (/kɑpiˈkæt/ in IPA).
How do you use “copycat” in a sentence?
Here is “copycat” used in a sentence: “Her little brother is such a copycat, he wants everything she has.”
What part of speech is “copycat”?
Depending on how it is used, “copycat” can be a noun and an adjective.
How many meanings does “copycat” have?
“Copycat” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who imitates someone else, often in an unoriginal or shameless way.
