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Definition of impersonation

impersonation

/ɪmˌpɜːrsəˈneɪʃən/
im · per · son · a · tion
Plural:impersonations
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• noun

1

The act of pretending to be another person, either for entertainment or in order to deceive others.

Example

"The suspect was arrested and charged with the unlawful impersonation of a federal officer."

2

A comedic or dramatic performance in which an entertainer mimics the voice, mannerisms, and appearance of a famous figure.

Example

"The comedian concluded her set with a spot-on impersonation of several well-known political figures."

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impersonal
impersonally
impersonate
impersonation
impersonator
impertinence
impertinent

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 19th century as a noun of action from the verb 'impersonate', which derives from the prefix 'im-' (into) and Latin 'persona' (mask or character).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Impersonation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/impersonation
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