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as in performer
a person who imitates another's voice and mannerisms for comic effect
a versatile impersonator, he conjures up a glittering array of female stars and divas in the course of his act
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as in actor
one who acts professionally (as in a play, movie, or television show)
a gifted impersonator who can convincingly portray both heroes and heels
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for impersonator
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But the multi-hyphenate has also been making her Broadway rounds, supporting her fellow actors between her own projects.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025 -
The series, created by Muslim filmmaker Ali Abbas Zafar, featured a scene in which a character, played by Muslim actor Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, portrayed the Hindu God Shiva.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
3 Apr. 2025
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Swank is currently predicted to face stiff competition in the guest actress category, particularly from standout performers in some of this year’s top series contenders.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
4 Apr. 2025
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Yet in perhaps one of the most vivid memories of Kilmer shared following his passing, actress Jennifer Tilly recalled crossing paths with him during auditions for the 1991 movie.—
Charisma Madarang,
Rolling Stone,
4 Apr. 2025
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In last night’s cold open, the SNL cast member James Austin Johnson, the show’s resident Donald Trump impressionist, responded to the dig.—
Esther Zuckerman,
The Atlantic,
6 Apr. 2025
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While Steve Martin didn’t change his mind about not being an impressionist, Gaffigan embraces his Kirkland attire, setting the stage for some more friends to kick off the season.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
29 Sep. 2024
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“Impersonator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impersonator. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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