Definitions

1. noun

A condition in which a person imitates the mannerisms or speech patterns of another, especially as a symptom of a neurological disorder such as Parkinson’s disease, but without the underlying cause.

“Her paramimia was so convincing that even her friends had trouble telling her apart from her idol.”

2. noun

A psychological phenomenon in which a person unconsciously imitates the speech patterns or mannerisms of another person, often due to social or cultural influence.

“The study of paramimia has provided valuable insights into the complexities of human behavior and social interaction.”