simulated

adjective

sim·​u·​lat·​ed ˈsim-yə-ˌlā-təd How to pronounce simulated (audio)
Synonyms of simulatednext
: made to look genuine : fake
simulated pearls

Examples of simulated in a Sentence

They are trained in simulated combat. Dummies are used in simulated car crashes.
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Teams will run the clock down on a first run of the final 10 minutes before a simulated launch, called terminal count. Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Feb. 2026 The team demonstrated the system in simulated and hybrid simulation-physical tests using an unmanned ground vehicle, or UGV, alongside up to four virtual robot teammates. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 16 Feb. 2026 The first phase, expected to run over the next 18 months, will focus on platform development, sensor integration, and simulated engagements to refine the system’s software. David Szondy february 15, New Atlas, 15 Feb. 2026 Previous observations of individual apes playing alone had raised the possibility that animals could engage in simulated play, study authors Amalia Bastos and Christopher Krupenye noted in the study, which was published Thursday in the journal Science. Amarachi Orie, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for simulated

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of simulate

First Known Use

1622, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of simulated was in 1622

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“Simulated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/simulated. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.

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simulated

adjective
: made to look genuine : fake
simulated pearls

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