Replicate/ˈreplɪkeɪt/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Exact Precision Use 'replicate' to emphasize an identical or precise reproduction of something. The artist was able to replicate the Mona Lisa perfectly. Pro Tip 2/3Not For People 'Replicate' is not commonly used for duplicating people's actions or behaviors. He replicated the recipe, but not his grandmother's cooking style. Pro Tip 3/3Not a Synonym Avoid confusing 'replicate' with 'reproduce' when referring to having offspring. The machine replicates the parts but animals reproduce.