Mimic
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Mockery Implication
Using 'mimic' may suggest mocking someone, but it can be non-malicious too. The comedian mimicked politicians just for laughs, not to offend.
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Observational Skill
'Mimic' implies a good observation of the thing being copied. She mimicked his handwriting so well, it was almost indistinguishable.
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Learning Tool
Mimicking can be a method to learn a language or skill by imitating experts. To learn English, he would mimic native speakers' pronunciation.