American English pronunciation

How to pronounce simulates

IPA transcription: ['sɪmjə,leɪts]

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Verb

  • reproduce someone's behavior or looks

    “The mime imitated the passers-by”

    “Children often copy their parents or older siblings”

  • create a representation or model of

    “The pilots are trained in conditions simulating high-altitude flights”

  • make a pretence of

    “She assumed indifference, even though she was seething with anger”

    “he feigned sleep”

Usage examples

  • The game simulates urban decay and gentrification with buildings deteriorating and refurbished accordingly.
  • A sports game is a video game that simulates the playing of sports.