adjective
Definition: To strive to equal or excel, especially by imitating; to copy someone or something in order to achieve similar success or quality.
Example: Many young athletes try to emulate their sports heroes to improve their skills.
transitive verb
Definition: To try to be like someone or something by imitating their actions or qualities, often with the goal of matching or surpassing them.
Example: Many young athletes emulate their sports heroes to improve their skills.