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mimic

verb/ˈmɪmɪk/

to imitate someone or something in order to entertain or to achieve a specific effect

The comedian was able to mimic the president's voice perfectly, making the audience burst into laughter.

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word origin — The word 'mimic' originates from the Greek word 'mimos,' meaning 'imitator' or 'actor.'

SAT Vocabulary Level 2 — Set 93

Set 93 of SAT Vocabulary Level 2 covers 5 words: mimic, erupt, stipulate, soothe, ramble. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. mimic · verb/ˈmɪmɪk/

    to imitate someone or something in order to entertain or to achieve a specific effect

    The comedian was able to mimic the president's voice perfectly, making the audience burst into laughter.

    Synonyms: impersonate, imitate, simulate

    Origin: The word 'mimic' originates from the Greek word 'mimos,' meaning 'imitator' or 'actor.'

  2. erupt · verb/ɪˈrʌpt/

    to burst forth or break out suddenly

    The volcano began to erupt, sending ash and lava spewing into the sky.

    Synonyms: burst, explode, break out

    Origin: From Latin 'erumpere', meaning 'to break out or burst forth'

  3. stipulate · verb/ˈstɪp.jʊ.leɪt/

    to specify or demand a condition or requirement as part of an agreement

    The contract stipulates that all payments must be made within thirty days of receiving the invoice.

    Synonyms: specify, demand, require

    Origin: from Latin 'stipulatus', past participle of 'stipulari', meaning 'to make a formal vow or agreement'

  4. soothe · verb/suːð/

    to calm or comfort someone in distress

    The mother tried to soothe her crying baby with gentle lullabies.

    Synonyms: calm, comfort, alleviate

    Origin: Middle English 'soden', derived from Old English 'sōðan', meaning 'to make to be or be right, to heal, to comfort'.

  5. ramble · verb/ˈræm.bəl/

    to talk or write for a long time in a confused or inconsequential way

    During the meeting, he tended to ramble on about his vacations instead of sticking to the agenda.

    Synonyms: wander, meander, digress

    Origin: Middle English 'ramblen', possibly from the Old French 'ramber', meaning to romp or move about.