NYT Dictionary

MIMICRY

/ˈmɪm.ɪ.kɹi/
NounMIM-ic-rymim-ic-ry · 3 syllablesGrade 7

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2024

Meaning

An act or ability to simulate or effect the appearance, characteristics, or behavior of someone or something else.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From mimic + -ry.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

aperyactingbuffoonerybusinesscharacterizationembodimentenactmentgaghamhoke

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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