simulation

noun
UK: /ˌsɪm.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/
US: /ˌsɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

  1. A model of a real situation, used to learn or train.

    1. The flight simulation helped him to prepare for different weather.
    2. This computer simulation shows the effects of climate change on coastal areas.

  2. The act of creating conditions that seem real but are not.

    1. The doctor used simulation to teach students about rare diseases.
    2. The game uses advanced physics simulation to create a realistic driving experience.

Synonyms

model emulation replica imitation representation reproduction sham pretense
simulation verb

  1. To create a model of a situation or process to understand or predict it.

    1. We can simulate how the engine works on a computer.
    2. Researchers simulate different economic scenarios to predict future trends with this program.

  2. To pretend to have or feel something.

    1. He tried to simulate interest in her story, but failed.
    2. Some people simulate illness to avoid going to work, but I never did it.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "simulation" in English means: A model of a real situation, used to learn or train., The act of creating conditions that seem real but are not..

The phonetic transcription of "simulation" is /ˌsɪm.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/ in British English and /ˌsɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "simulation": model, emulation, replica, imitation, representation, reproduction, sham, pretense.

Example usage of "simulation": "The flight simulation helped him to prepare for different weather.". More examples on the page.