1. to pretend to be another person by copying their appearance, voice, or behavior
2. to illegally pretend to be someone else, especially to deceive others
Usage: legal context

Examples

• The comedian can impersonate famous politicians perfectly.
• She was arrested for impersonating a police officer.
• He tried to impersonate his brother on the phone call.
• The actor spent months learning to impersonate Elvis Presley.
• It’s illegal to impersonate a doctor without proper credentials.
• The tribute band members impersonate the Beatles in their performances.