Synonyms for

Copied

Verb / ˈkɑ:pi:d / Another word for copied — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to make a copy of something

Synonyms & similar words

copy recreate replicate simulate imitate duplicated reproduced cloned imitated replicated mirrored matched echoed emulated reduplicated simulated repeated counterfeited photocopied mimeographed Xeroxed printed transcribed recorded dubbed

Synonyms by register

Formal

replicated reproduced duplicated imitated

Informal

ripped off knocked off bootlegged cloned

Literary

echoed mimicked parodied

Antonyms

original unique authentic genuine new first model

Common collocations

  • copied exactly
  • copied directly
  • copied from
  • copied and pasted
  • copied the design
  • copied the style
  • copied the homework

Word family

noun copy
verb copy
adjective copied

Usage note

Often used in the context of intellectual property or academic integrity. Be mindful of the negative connotations when implying unauthorized duplication.

Example sentences

  1. She copied her friend's homework.
  2. The artist copied the painting.
  3. He copied the music from the CD.
  4. The teacher asked the students to copy the sentences.
  5. She copied the recipe from the cookbook.

Quotes

  • Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
  • Copying one person is plagiarism. Copying ten is research.
  • The best way to become a successful writer is to read good writing, remember it, and then copy it.

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