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impersonation Synonyms

Another word for impersonation

Choosing another word for impersonation depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

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

Usage Example

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

Strong
imposture
masquerade
pretense
deception
Weak
role-play

• noun (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
impression
imitation
Strong
mimicry
takeoff
parody
caricature
Weak
spoof

• Nearby Words

impersonal
impersonally
impersonate
impersonation
impersonator
impertinence
impertinent

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Impersonation. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/impersonation
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