simulation
Definition: The imitation of one system or process by means of another; a production that copies the appearance or characteristics of something else (noun)
Example: The pilot trained using a flight model that realistically mimicked real-world conditions.
Synonyms: replication, imitation, model
Antonyms: original, reality, actuality
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Questions about simulation
What does “simulation” mean?
simulation (noun) means the imitation of one system or process by means of another; a production that copies the appearance or characteristics of something else
How do you use “simulation” in a sentence?
The pilot trained using a flight model that realistically mimicked real-world conditions.
What are synonyms of “simulation”?
Words with a similar meaning to simulation include replication, imitation, model. Opposites include original, reality, actuality.
Is “simulation” a test vocabulary word?
Yes — simulation appears in ACT Vocabulary Prep on Vocab Voyage, and you can practise it free with a 3-question quiz on this page.