Antonyms for imitation

Antonyms for (noun) imitation

Main entry: imitation

Definition: the doctrine that representations of nature or human behavior should be accurate imitations

Antonyms: formalism

Definition: the doctrine that formal structure rather than content is what should be represented


Antonyms for (adj) imitation

Main entry: fake, false, faux, simulated, imitation

Definition: not genuine or real; being an imitation of the genuine article

Usage: it isn't fake anything; it's real synthetic fur; faux pearls; false teeth; decorated with imitation palm leaves; a purse of simulated alligator hide

Antonyms: natural

Definition: existing in or produced by nature; not artificial or imitation


Antonyms: existent, real

Definition: being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory


Antonyms: real

Definition: no less than what is stated; worthy of the name


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