The critics dismissed the painting as the work of imitants rather than true innovators.

The artist dismissed his rival as an imitant, accusing him of copying every brushstroke.

The imitant robot mimicked the gestures so well that people thought it had feelings.

Children often imitate the gestures and phrases of their teachers when they are learning a new language.

The jeweler noticed that the imitations lacked the fine hallmarks of genuine pieces.

The toddler imitates the way the puppy tilts its head.

The imitativeness of the young students' paintings revealed how deeply they respected their teacher's style.

The young artist painted imitatively, copying every brushstroke of the old master's work.

She was imitating the teacher's accent to make everyone laugh.

Her imitating the famous singer was so precise that the audience applauded.