Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the given word.

EMULATE

Imitate 

The most appropriate synonym of the word "emulate" is imitate.

• Emulate means "to copy or imitate someone or something in order to achieve the same standard."
• Imitate means "to copy or mimic someone or something."

The other words do not have the same meaning as "emulate."

• Frugality means "the quality of being thrifty or economical."
• Tenacious means "holding fast or firm; not easily pulled or parted."
• Importune means "to press or urge someone to do something, especially in a persistent or troublesome way."