1. The plural of imitativeness; the quality or state of being imitative; the tendency to imitate or copy others.
Usage: Formal; typically used in academic or analytical contexts.; Plural form of the abstract noun imitativeness.

Examples

• The imitativenesses of the two artists' styles made it difficult to distinguish their original work.
• Researchers studied the imitativenesses present in different animal species.
• The imitativenesses observed in children's play help them learn social behaviors.
• Critics noted the imitativenesses in the film's plot structure compared to earlier productions.
• The imitativenesses of fashion trends often reflect broader cultural influences.