play a role

VERB

copy

Synonyms

STRONGEST

emulate illustrate mimic pirate repeat simulate steal

STRONG

ape burlesque do echo embody epitomize fake follow incarnate mirror mock model parody parrot personify phony prefigure sham travesty typify

WEAK

act like do a take-off do like follow example follow suit go like knock off make like take leaf out of book take off

Antonyms

STRONG

tell the truth

WEAK

be original

VERB

impersonate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

act like imitate masquerade as mimic portray pose as

STRONG

act ape ditto do enact fake mirror perform personate play playact represent

WEAK

act a part act out assume character do an impression of double as dress as make like pass oneself off as put on an act take the part of

Antonyms

STRONG

direct fail halt idle prevent stop

WEAK

be original differ oppose reverse

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Scientists refer to this as a Trojan horse effect, and the researchers say it may also play a role in the spread of antibiotic resistance.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026

Perhaps it could only have been now that Robinson was ready for this moment - he admitted he was "nowhere near" being able to play a role in the Ashes.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

In addition to SpaceX’s upcoming IPO, the sector is set to play a role in the Trump administration’s “Golden Dome” plan, as well as NASA’s push to reach the moon.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

Should the U.S. government play a role in shaping the domestic quantum industry?

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

“Each person carries their own destiny. These walls tell of our destiny. And your destiny, Gregor, requires you to play a role in it.”

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins

play a role

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