mimesis
mime
ˈmaɪm
maim
sis
siz
siz
/mˈaɪmsiz/

Definition & Meaning of "mimesis"in English

Mimesis
01

the artistic representation or imitation of reality, often with the aim of depicting the natural world or human experiences

Examples
The painting aimed for mimesis by realistically depicting the landscape.
02

the act of imitating or representing another person's words or actions, especially in speech or writing

Examples
The actor 's performance relied on precise mimesis of the historical figure's speeches.
03

a medical condition in which a disease produces symptoms resembling those of another disease

Examples
Doctors initially misdiagnosed the condition due to its mimesis of tuberculosis.
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