Simulated
ˈsɪmjəleɪtɪd
Definitions
2 meaningsTo imitate the appearance or character of something; to create a model or representation of a real-world process, system, or situation.
ˈsɪmjəleɪt
To create a model or representation of a real-world process, system, or situation.
The computer program simulated the spread of the virus.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're playing a video game that looks and feels like real life. That game is *simulating* reality. It's a way of pretending or recreating something, like trying out something to get a better understanding.
👶 For kids: Making something that looks like the real thing, but it's not real. Like a toy that pretends to be a car.
More Examples
They used special effects to simulate an explosion.
The training program simulated a real emergency situation.
How It's Used
"The software can simulate various scenarios to predict outcomes."
"Doctors use simulators to practice surgical procedures."
"Engineers simulated the effects of the earthquake on the building's structure."
Made to look or behave like something else; artificial or not genuine; not real.
ˈsɪmjəleɪtɪd
Artificially created to resemble something real.
The simulated emergency drill tested the staff's response.
💡 Simply: Something *simulated* looks or acts like the real thing, but it's actually made or done in a different way. Like a simulated fire in a fireplace or simulated meat in a veggie burger. It's like a fake version!
👶 For kids: Pretending to be real. Like a toy that looks like a real car, but it's not.
More Examples
The museum displayed a simulated historical scene.
The artist used simulated textures to create a realistic painting.
How It's Used
"The company used a simulated leather material for the car seats."
"Virtual reality environments are often simulated worlds."
"The simulated combat felt incredibly realistic."
Synonyms & Antonyms
From Latin *simulatus*, past participle of *simulare* 'to imitate, represent'.
The word 'simulate' and its forms have been used in scientific and philosophical contexts since the 17th century, and its use expanded with the advent of computing and virtual reality.
Memory tip
Think of a flight simulator that mimics flying a plane. Simulate is like making something appear or behave like something else.
Word Origin
"to imitate, represent"