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impersonate

/ɪmˈpɛrnɪteɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does impersonate mean?

verb

To pretend to be someone or something else, often in order to deceive or mock. To represent or act as if one were someone or something else.

Example

"The actor was accused of impersonating a doctor in order to gain access to the hospital."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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