simulate
Translation
to simulate, to imitate, to feign
Examples
Pilots use software to simulate emergencies.
Pilots use software to simulate emergencies.
He tried to simulate surprise at the news.
He tried to simulate surprise at the news.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to simulate (sth.) The program can simulate weather patterns.
Similar Words
Synonyms: imitate, mimic, feign; Antonyms: be genuine
Etymology
From Latin 'simulare' (to make like, imitate), which comes from 'similis' (like).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'simulation' game, which simulates, or imitates, real life.