Synonyms for

Replicate

Verb / ˈreplʌˌkeɪt / Another word for replicate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make an exact copy of something.

Synonyms & similar words

copy retroflex repeat duplicate reduplicate double reproduce copy duplicate recreate imitate match mirror reduplicate repeat clone photocopy counterfeit mimic echo parallel renew reestablish reawaken rekindle resurrect

Synonyms by register

Formal

reproduce duplicate copy imitate

Informal

copy redo do again make a copy

Literary

echo mirror recreate

Antonyms

originate create invent destroy abolish cease stop

Common collocations

  • replicate results
  • replicate experiment
  • replicate DNA
  • replicate behavior
  • replicate a design
  • replicate a study
  • replicate the findings

Word family

noun replication
verb replicate
adjective replicable

Usage note

Often used in scientific contexts to describe the process of repeating an experiment or study to verify results. Ensure the context clearly indicates whether you mean to copy something exactly or to reproduce a process.

Example sentences

  1. I will replicate the experiment to see if I get the same results.
  2. The artist was able to replicate the painting perfectly.
  3. The designer will replicate the dress for her client.
  4. It's difficult to replicate the taste of grandma's homemade pie.
  5. The counterfeit money was made to replicate real bills.

Quotes

  • Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness. - Oscar Wilde
  • I am a replica, I am a replica. - The Postal Service
  • We try to replicate what we do in practice in a game. - Bill Belichick

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