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adjective

ˈsim-yə-ˌlā-təd How to pronounce simulated (audio)
Definition of simulatednext
1
as in synthetic
being such in appearance only and made with or manufactured from usually cheaper materials a simulated leopard skin rug

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2
as in mock
lacking in natural or spontaneous quality the simulated friendliness in public of two politicians who can't stand each other in private

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simulated

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verb

past tense of simulate
as in pretended
to present a false appearance of cosmetics that simulate a suntan

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Recent Examples of simulated
Adjective
These scams are meticulously crafted to appear legitimate, often involving fake trading platforms and simulated profits. — Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 15 Feb. 2025 In response, Threshold invited Taylor and CSO piccolo player Jennifer Gunn to its downtown offices to discuss the current Pavilion shell design and experience various simulated acoustic settings. — Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2025
Verb
High uranium extraction efficiency The researchers tested their beads in both real and simulated seawater environments with remarkable results. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 18 Dec. 2024 Every ounce of water onscreen during that chase was simulated. — Manuel Betancourt, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for simulated
Recent Examples of Synonyms for simulated
  1. synthetic
  2. mock
  3. pretended
  4. faux
  5. strained
  6. assumed
  7. artificial
  8. fake
Adjective
  • Undoubtedly, bad actors will seek to exploit these AI agents to create synthetic buyer identities, manipulate transactions and automate fraudulent purchases at scale.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
  • In a proactive move, Canada began cracking down on fentanyl and synthetic opioids well before Trump imposed tariffs this year.
    — Anna Giaritelli, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of synthetic
Adjective
  • For its eighth test flight, Starship carried four mock satellites, mimicking Starlink internet satellites, to practice future payload deployments.
    — Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 7 Mar. 2025
  • The space-skimming flight was supposed to last an hour and couldn’t release the mock satellites into space as planned.
    — Angie DiMichele, Sun Sentinel, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of mock
Verb
  • Seemingly as a gag to portray a darker Buddy, Ferrell held what appeared to be an unlit cigarette in his mouth and pretended to smoke it.
    — Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY, 31 Dec. 2024
  • Oh Il-nam (Oh Yeong-su), a dying old man who pretended to be Gi-hun’s ally in the game.
    — Josh Wigler, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of pretended
Adjective
  • Better Homes & Gardens Marble Toothbrush Holder This luxe faux marble toothbrush holder from Better Homes & Gardens looks so much more expensive than its under-$10 price tag.
    — Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025
  • During her second pregnancy, there was the faux fur Loewe outfit in May 2023 and billowing white Valentino gown from the Met Gala that same month.
    — Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of faux
Adjective
  • This includes evaluating how alternate energy sources can supplement strained grids, especially in regions where rapid economic expansion may outpace existing energy infrastructure.
    — Whitaker Irvin Jr., Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Listen to this article GLENDALE, Ariz. — Austin Slater became the latest Chicago White Sox outfielder slowed by an injury after he was scratched from Monday’s lineup because of a strained left oblique.
    — LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
Definition of strained
Verb
  • On the other end, Gibbs began to slither his way into open space, and the Lions assumed full control.
    — Alec Lewis, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
  • As an incentive for the teams to stick around, the city assumed ownership of the land but agreed to give it back to the teams at the expiration of a ground lease in 2023, according to documents reviewed by The Post.
    — Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of assumed
Adjective
  • But after nearly 30 years of success, there have been recent efforts to remove or impair that access and exaggerate the unfair, artificial digital divide.
    — Raymond Pierce, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
  • Large windows and skylights invite natural light, reducing the need for artificial lighting and creating a bright, welcoming atmosphere.
    — Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of artificial
Adjective
  • In the days following his post attacking me as fake news, Trump followed up with threats of lawsuits against journalists that use unnamed sources to report on his actions.
    — Michael Wolff, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025
  • North Korean group Famous Chollima created fake LinkedIn profiles and used AI for job interviews to land positions at tech companies.
    — Megan Poinski, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
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