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mimetic
This term is primarily used in technical, scientific, or academic registers. In biology, it describes the evolutionary adaptation where an organism evolves to resemble another species or its environment, often for protection or predation. It carries a neutral, descriptive tone rather than a deceptive one, focusing on the mechanism of survival.
In the context of aesthetics and literary theory, the word refers to the philosophical concept of mimesis. Here, it describes art that seeks to mirror reality as accurately as possible. It is distinct from "imitative" in that it often implies a theoretical or systemic approach to representation rather than a simple act of copying.
Meanings
Examples
The insect uses mimetic coloration to blend in with the autumn leaves.
Some harmless snakes have evolved mimetic patterns to look like venomous species.
The artist focused on a mimetic approach to capture every detail of the landscape.
Is this sculpture intended to be purely mimetic or is it more abstract?
The creature shifted its skin to a mimetic shade of grey to hide from the predator.
He argued that the play lacked mimetic quality and felt too staged.
The spy used mimetic behavior to blend into the crowd at the embassy.
I wonder if the bird's song is a mimetic response to the sounds of the city.