English / proverb
Imitation Is the Sincerest Form of Flattery
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Emulating or copying someone's style or ideas is an implicit compliment acknowledging their superiority.
In context
01
When rivals replicated her boutique's decor, she reminded herself that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
02
Do not feel aggrieved when beginners copy your brushwork; imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
Synonyms
mimicry is homage,copying acknowledges greatness,emulation is praise
Antonyms
originality reigns,mockery,disparagement
Collocations
they say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery,proof that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery,truly imitation is the sincerest form of flattery