simulate
word
Definition
To imitate the appearance, character, or behavior of something, usually to study or understand it, or to pretend to have or feel something.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in science, engineering, or training contexts: 'simulate a situation', 'simulate a process.' Can also mean pretending (emotion, sickness) but is more formal/technical than 'pretend.' Common in phrases: 'simulate conditions,' 'simulate a flight.'
Spanish: simularPortuguese (BR): simularPortuguese (PT): simularChinese (Simplified): 模拟Chinese (Traditional): 模擬Hindi: अनुकृति करनाArabic: يحاكيBengali: অনুকরণ করা - অনুকরণ করে দেখানোRussian: симулировать - моделироватьJapanese: シミュレートする - 模倣するVietnamese: mô phỏng - giả lậpKorean: 모방하다 - 시뮬레이션하다Turkish: simüle etmek - taklit etmekUrdu: نقل کرنا - حقیقی طور پر ظاہر کرناIndonesian: mensimulasikan - meniru
Example Sentences
He tried to simulate sadness, but everyone knew he was acting.
natural
The scientists simulate weather in the lab.
basic
Pilots simulate emergencies during training.
basic
Some games simulate real-world activities.
basic
It's hard to simulate the excitement of a live concert.
natural
Engineers use computers to simulate how bridges will handle stress.
natural