English / word

emulate

verb C1

MEANING IN ENGLISH

to match or surpass a person or achievement, typically by imitation

In context

Young athletes often emulate their idols.

Synonyms

copy,mirror,follow

Antonyms

differ,contrast,oppose

Collocations

emulate the success,emulate style,emulate behavior

Past: emulated · Past participle: emulated · -ing: emulating