Meaning of the word impersonating in English
What does impersonating mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
impersonating
US /ɪmˈpɜːrsəneɪtɪŋ/
UK /ɪmˈpɜːsəneɪtɪŋ/
Verb
1.
presenting oneself as someone else, especially for fraudulent purposes
Example:
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He was arrested for impersonating a police officer.
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The scammer was caught impersonating a bank official.
2.
acting or playing the part of a character or person
Example:
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The comedian was excellent at impersonating celebrities.
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She enjoyed impersonating different characters in her acting class.
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