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impersonator

Impersonator (noun) means a performer who imitates other people, especially celebrities, for entertainment. Example: “The Elvis impersonator drew a huge crowd at the fair.”

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noun

A performer who imitates other people, especially celebrities, for entertainment.

"The Elvis impersonator drew a huge crowd at the fair."

Someone who fraudulently pretends to be another person.

"Police caught an impersonator posing as a delivery driver."

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Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who copies or pretends to be another person, either as entertainment or as a scam.

Common pairings

celebrity impersonator a convincing impersonator

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

impersonators plural

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Etymology

From impersonate + -or.

Synonyms

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imitator mimic mimicker

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Rhymes for impersonator

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Frequently asked questions

What does “impersonator” mean?

The word “impersonator” means a performer who imitates other people, especially celebrities, for entertainment. In plain terms, someone who copies or pretends to be another person, either as entertainment or as a scam.

How do you use “impersonator” in a sentence?

Here is “impersonator” used in a sentence: “The Elvis impersonator drew a huge crowd at the fair.”

What is another word for “impersonator”?

Words with a similar meaning to “impersonator” include imitator, mimic and mimicker.

What part of speech is “impersonator”?

“Impersonator” is a noun.

How many meanings does “impersonator” have?

“Impersonator” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a performer who imitates other people, especially celebrities, for entertainment.

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