An inferior imitator, copier, or follower who lacks the originality and talent of a master or predecessor.
From Greek epigonos (born after/inferior imitator), epi- (after) + gignesthai (to be born). English borrowed this term directly from Greek historical context.
This word literally means 'born after'—originally referring to the generals competing for Alexander's empire, but now it means anyone who's a pale copy of someone great!
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