simulation
Translation
simulation, imitation, pretence
Examples
The computer simulation showed the building's design.
The computer simulation showed the building's design.
Her show of concern was just a simulation.
Her show of concern was just a simulation.
Grammar Patterns
a simulation ((of sth.)) a model of a real-world process They ran a simulation of the election.
Similar Words
Synonyms: model, imitation, replica; Antonyms: reality
Etymology
From Latin 'simulatio', from 'simulare' (to imitate). The '-ion' suffix denotes an action or condition.
Memory Tips
A 'simulation' is the noun form of the verb 'to simulate'.