ape (someone's) behavior



ape (someone's) behavior

To mimic the behavior of someone, generally in a mocking or derisive manner. It is pretty standard now for comedians to ape the president's behavior and manner of speech.
See also: ape, behavior

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
AnjaAHN-yah (Swedish, Finnish, Croatian, Serbian, German)Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Slovene, Croatian, Serbian, German, Dutch
Hermolaos-Ancient Greek
Stanley['stænli]
Clifton['kliftən]
Jeanettezha-NET (French), jə-NET (English), shah-NET (Swedish)French, English, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Dutch
Nkruma-Western African, Akan