simulate
verb
sim·u·late
ˈsim-yə-ˌlāt 
simulated; simulating
1
: to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
2
: to make a simulation of (something, such as a physical system)
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The zircon, that favorite of home shopping channels, simulates a diamond—more or less. A skilled furrier can dye lower-grade furs to simulate real mink. A skilled actress can simulate a range of emotions from absolute joy to crushing despair. And an apparatus that simulates the hazards of driving while intoxicated is likely to provide some very real benefits.
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The model will be used to simulate the effects of an earthquake.
cosmetics that simulate a suntan
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The bear costume, with brown fur, a head shaped like a bear’s, paws and metal hand tools to simulate claw marks, was found in the suspects’ home, officials said.
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Phil Helsel, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
For example, the malware can simulate actions that a user would normally take, such as toggling settings or responding to prompts.
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Chinese forces staged major cross-service drills around the island shortly after Lai's inauguration in May and again last month, when the People's Liberation Army Navy briefly simulated a blockade.
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Picture an insurance company capable of developing a digital twin of the Earth to simulate and better forecast atmospheric and geological risks.
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Phil Helsel, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
For example, the malware can simulate actions that a user would normally take, such as toggling settings or responding to prompts.
—Lars Daniel, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Chinese forces staged major cross-service drills around the island shortly after Lai's inauguration in May and again last month, when the People's Liberation Army Navy briefly simulated a blockade.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
Picture an insurance company capable of developing a digital twin of the Earth to simulate and better forecast atmospheric and geological risks.
—Nathan Warren, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for simulate
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“Simulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/simulate. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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simulate
verb
sim·u·late
ˈsim-yə-ˌlāt
simulated; simulating
: to give the appearance or effect of : imitate
Medical Definition
simulate
transitive verb
sim·u·late
ˈsim-yə-ˌlāt
simulated; simulating
: to have or produce a symptomatic resemblance to
lesions simulating leprosy
Legal Definition
simulate
transitive verb
sim·u·late
ˈsim-yə-ˌlāt
simulated; simulating
in the civil law of Louisiana
: to make or carry out in a manner that does not express one's true intent
a simulated sale of the debtor's property in which no consideration was paid
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