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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The only attraction with multiple reports in the period was Universal Orlando’s Hogwarts Express, the simulated train that connects two sides of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios theme parks. Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026 The 35-year-old most recently threw 42 pitches over three innings during a simulated game in Hudson Valley on Sunday, as well as a bullpen session at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday. Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 16 Apr. 2026 Snell will continue to build up his workload in a simulated game environment, before eventually leaving on a minor-league rehab assignment. Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2026 The startup has previously enlisted AI systems to run actual or simulated vending machines — a microcosm for capitalist endeavors — in partnership with some of the world’s leading AI companies. David Ingram, NBC news, 11 Apr. 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 21 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

simulated

adjective
: made to look genuine : fake
simulated pearls

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