Simulation
ˌsɪmjəˈleɪʃən
Definitions
2 meaningsThe imitation of a situation, process, or system. It can be used to test, analyze, or predict outcomes.
ˌsɪmjəˈleɪʃən
An imitation or representation of a situation or process.
The engineer created a computer simulation to test the bridge's strength.
💡 Simply: Think of a simulation like a pretend game or a model. If you're designing a car, a simulation lets you test it on a computer before building the real thing. It’s like pretending to do something real to see what would happen!
👶 For kids: Pretending to be something real. Like playing pretend!
More Examples
The company used a market simulation to predict customer behavior.
The training program included a flight simulation to prepare the pilots.
How It's Used
"Scientists use computer simulations to model climate change."
"Flight simulators allow pilots to practice in a safe environment."
"The video game features a realistic simulation of driving."
The act of creating a simulation.
ˌsɪmjəˈleɪʃən
The act or process of simulating something.
The simulation of the earthquake helped the scientists understand the effects.
💡 Simply: It's the actual *doing* of the pretending or the making of the model. It is the process of making something act or look like something real, but its not. For instance, we go into a simulation to prepare for a crisis.
👶 For kids: When you play pretend!
More Examples
The team focused on the simulation of different business strategies.
The actors went through simulation to prepare for their roles.
How It's Used
"The military conducted simulation exercises to prepare for combat scenarios."
"Medical students practice on simulation manikins before treating patients."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
life simulation
A simulated environment designed to mimic real-life experiences.
"Many people believe we are living in a life simulation."
From Latin *simulatio* ('a feigning, a pretense'), derived from *simulare* ('to make like, to imitate'). It entered English in the late 16th century, initially referring to a feigning or pretense, and later evolved to encompass imitation and modeled representations.
The word 'simulation' has been used since the 16th century, initially referring to a pretense or feigning, especially in the context of deceit. Over time, it broadened to include the modern sense of creating a model or imitation.
Memory tip
Imagine you are *simulating* a battle with toy soldiers, creating a model of reality to understand the events better.
Word Origin
"to imitate, to make like"