Synonyms of emulate

emulate

verb

ˈem-yə-ˌlāt 

1

as in to come (to)

to be the same in meaning or effect

what they offered at the new resort didn't begin to emulate the kind of pampering we were used to getting at the resort that closed down

Synonyms & Similar Words

• come (to)
• mean
• correspond (to)
• match
• amount (to)
• equal
• signify
• add up (to)
• approach
• suggest
• measure (up)
• denote
• meet
• touch
• rival
• spell
• import
• express
• smack (of)
• connote

2

as in to imitate

to use (someone or something) as the model for one's speech, mannerisms, or behavior

a pro athlete who has often said that children should emulate their parents—not him

Synonyms & Similar Words

• imitate
• copy
• mimic
• mock
• repeat
• ape
• mime
• perform
• echo
• parody
• play
• copycat
• ditto
• caricature
• impersonate
• lampoon
• burlesque
• reecho
• travesty
• pantomime

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of emulate

Some people go through traumatic events and tend to either emulate the behavior later in life or avoid it and go in the opposite direction. — Sean T. Collins, Vulture, 27 July 2026

There's also the company's TrueSpatial 3D tech which pairs with head tracking hardware to emulate the experience of hearing powerful speakers directing sound towards you across a wider soundstage for greater immersion. — New Atlas, 26 July 2026

To emulate the look of the dot cake, many creators opt for tiny melon ballers—some even use the ends of straws—so their fruits look more like sprinkles. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 July 2026

Although other programs popped up about the same time around the country, Tulsa's is recognized as a model and has been widely emulated. — Scott Neuman, NPR, 24 July 2026

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