IMITABLE Synonyms: 82 Similar and Opposite Words

imitable

adjective

ˈi-mə-tə-bəl

Definition of imitable

as in classic

constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated most readers of classic English literature could recognize Jane Austen's imitable style instantly

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Recent Examples of imitable Given that Griffin lacks a signature trading or investing style, his achievements can feel both confounding and imitable. — Gary Sernovitz, New Yorker, 15 June 2026 Brought to life by the imitable June Squibb, Eleanor is a Holocaust survivor who, after experiencing a difficult loss, moves to Manhattan for the first time at 94 years old. — Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025 When Bush made way for Bill Clinton in 1992, Darrell Hammond and Phil Hartman shared duties portraying the easily-imitable president, thus beginning a period in which some presidents were portrayed by multiple actors. — Justin Klawans, The Week, 21 Dec. 2022 Believe those friends and colleagues who always tell you how imitable your talent, wisdom and devotion are. — The Astrotwins, ELLE, 13 Nov. 2022 Such gems of human prose style, not yet imitable by AI, are implicitly set against the worry—expressed throughout—that computer amanuenses are everywhere sucking the fun out of things. — Steven Poole, WSJ, 21 Jan. 2022 Twitter feed is perhaps the most famous (and least imitable) example. — Matt Ford, The New Republic, 25 June 2020 Less imitable, Hopper has never ceased to influence the thinking, at the very least, of subsequent artists. — Peter Schjeldahl, The New Yorker, 1 June 2020 Not to mention the blogger elite — Garance Doré, Hanneli Mustaparta, Emily Weiss – who (when not behind the camera) manage to turn heads with their own imitable style. — Joyann King, Harper's BAZAAR, 11 Oct. 2011

Recent Examples of Synonyms for imitable

Adjective

Clever and snappy, fresh and silly, a winning combination of classic Looney Tunes gags and contemporary concerns (the press notes mention many influences including, no joke, The Insider).

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
As seen above, even a hot pink top welcomes a playful edge to a classic plaid midi-skirt and chunky boots.

— India Roby, Glamour, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of classic

Adjective

How Clarke reached this rarefied realm of cinematic creation—and then largely left it behind—is an exemplary story of artistic psychology, film history, and social politics.

— Richard Brody, New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2026
The Television Critics Association has unveiled the winners for the 42nd Annual TCA Awards, which honor exemplary series and stars from the 2025-2026 TV season.

— Jack Dunn, Variety, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of exemplary

Adjective

Under the rule, states must supply the USPS with lists of mail ballot recipients, and all outbound and return ballot envelopes must bear unique barcodes.

— Andrew Chung, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
The extreme environment has long given researchers a unique perspective on what makes plants grow, insight that would be hard to obtain elsewhere.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of unique

Adjective

Head baker Lou Turner (formerly pastry chef at Obelix, a French bistro in the city’s River North) churns out superb pastries that invite obsession.

— The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026
The winery is also known for superb musical performances that Paine gets through his relationship with a top tier entertainment manager.

— Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of superb

Adjective

Wrigley Field is a perfect setting for a rom-com, since many young fans are looking for romance and not paying a whole lot of attention to the actual game.

— Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
Travis This name is perfect for fans of the Super Bowl-winning tight end of the Kansas City Chiefs, Travis Kelce (or his famous girlfriend, Taylor Swift).

— Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of perfect

Adjective

Now, Anthropic acknowledges that its marks are signals, not definitive proof of AI-generation.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026
Viral sit-to-stand and other mobility tests measure strength, balance, fall risk; helpful clues on how the body is aging but not definitive predictions of lifespan.

— Devi Shastri, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026

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