Simulation — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌsim-yə-ˈlā-shən/ sim·u·la·tion

Meaning & Definition of Simulation

Simulation (noun)

  1. the act or process of simulating
  2. a sham object, counterfeit
  3. the imitative representation of the functioning of one system or process by means of the functioning of another

Simulation (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. something that is made to look, feel, or behave like something else especially so that it can be studied or used to train people

    "a computer simulation of spaceflight"

    "simulations of body movements"

    "a simulation of the planet's surface"

    similar: miniature, mock-up, carbon, carbon copy, clone, copy, dummy, dupe, duplicate, duplication, facsimile, imitation, mock, reduplication, replica, replication, reproduction, counterfeit, fake, forgery, knockoff, phony, rip-off, rubber stamp, sham, reconstruction, re-creation, image, likeness, semblance, shadow, impression, imprint, print, approximation, reincarnation, version, extra, reserve, spare
    opposite: archetype, original, prototype

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Simulation

The most common words with a similar meaning to Simulation:

miniature, mock-up, carbon, carbon copy, clone, copy, dummy, dupe, duplicate, duplication, facsimile, imitation, mock, reduplication, replica, replication, reproduction, counterfeit, fake, forgery, knockoff, phony, rip-off, rubber stamp, sham, reconstruction, re-creation, image, likeness, semblance, shadow, impression, imprint, print, approximation, reincarnation, version, extra, reserve, spare

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Simulation

Words with the opposite meaning of Simulation:

archetype, original, prototype

Origin & Etymology of Simulation

Middle English simulacioun "insincerity, pretense, deceit," borrowed from Anglo-French simulacion, borrowed from Latin simulātiōn-, simulātiō "act of copying, putting on an appearance, pretense," from simulāre, similāre "to pretend, assume the appearance of by one's conduct, produce a fraudulent imitation of, imitate" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action simulate

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Simulation

Frequently Asked Questions about Simulation

What does "Simulation" mean?

"Simulation" means the act or process of simulating. As a noun, it is defined as: the act or process of simulating.

What is another word for "Simulation"?

Other words for "Simulation" include miniature, mock-up, carbon, carbon copy, clone, copy, dummy and dupe. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Simulation" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Simulation"?

There are 40 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Simulation". Common alternatives include miniature, mock-up, carbon, carbon copy, clone, copy, dummy, dupe, duplicate and duplication.

What is the opposite of "Simulation"?

Antonyms of "Simulation" include archetype, original and prototype.

How do you use "Simulation" in a sentence?

Examples of "Simulation" in a sentence: "a computer simulation of spaceflight"; "simulations of body movements"; "a simulation of the planet's surface".

Is "Simulation" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Simulation" is a noun.

Is "Simulation" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Simulation" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Simulation"?

"Simulation" is pronounced /ˌsim-yə-ˈlā-shən/ and divided into syllables as sim·u·la·tion.