Mimicry

usgb/ˈmɪmɪkri/
noun

The action or skill of imitating someone or something, especially to entertain or ridicule.

She has a great talent for mimicry, entertaining kids with her imitations of various cartoon characters.
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Entertainment Use

Mimicry for fun often involves exaggerating features to make people laugh.

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Her mimicry of the teacher's quirks drew giggles from the class.
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Not Always Funny

Mimicry can offend if used to mock someone in a hurtful way.

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Mimicry that ridicules someone's accent could be seen as disrespectful.
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