The crossword clue “imitative” most often clues answers like MIMETIC , APISH , ECHOIC , COPYCAT , or UNORIGINAL , depending on the number of letters in your grid.

Common answers by length

  • 4 letters:
    • APED (past of “ape,” meaning copied).
  • 5 letters:
    • APISH (like an ape; copying).
  • 6 letters:
    • ECHOIC (like an echo; imitative of sound).
  • 7 letters:
    • MIMETIC (relating to imitation or mimicry).
  • Longer options (less frequent):
    • UNORIGINAL, DERIVATIVE, COPYCAT, etc., used when the clue and grid allow.

How to pick the right one

  • Match letter count in your puzzle to the list above.
  • Use the crossing letters you already have to decide between close options like MIMETIC, APISH, and ECHOIC.
  • Check nuance of the clue:
    • “Sound-imitative” → ECHOIC.
* “Monkey-like, copying” → APISH.

* General “imitative” or “of mimicry” → MIMETIC.

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