1. the imitation or representation of aspects of the real world in art and literature
Usage: literary theory
2. the deliberate imitation of the behavior or speech of another person
3. the resemblance of one organism to another or to natural objects for concealment or protection
Usage: biology

Examples

• Aristotle argued that mimesis is fundamental to human nature and learning.
• The novel’s mimesis of everyday conversation made the dialogue feel authentic.
• Her mimesis of the teacher’s accent was so accurate it made everyone laugh.
• The child’s mimesis of adult behavior showed how much she had observed.
• Butterfly mimesis helps protect harmless species from predators.
• The playwright used mimesis to recreate the atmosphere of 1920s New York.
• Through mimesis, the actor perfectly captured the politician’s mannerisms.