1. present participle of copycat; to imitate or copy someone else's actions, style, or work, especially without permission or originality
Usage: informal; often used disapprovingly

1. the act or practice of imitating or copying someone else's work, ideas, or behavior without originality
Usage: informal; often used disapprovingly

Examples

• She accused him of copycatting her design ideas for the project.
• The new restaurant is just copycatting the successful chain down the street.
• Copycatting in school assignments is considered academic dishonesty.
• Instead of copycatting other brands, the company decided to develop its own unique style.
• The artist refused to engage in copycatting and always strived for original work.
• Many startups are guilty of copycatting established business models without adding innovation.