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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Built for real work To underline practical readiness, UniX AI will demonstrate the robots performing everyday service tasks in simulated environments, including drink preparation, dishwashing, clothes organization, bed-making, amenity replenishment, and waste sorting. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 2 Jan. 2026 Destroyers, frigates, fighter jets and bombers also carried out simulated strikes on maritime targets. Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 30 Dec. 2025 Additionally, in lab tests that simulated road traffic combined with freezing cycles, asphalt samples containing the H. pluvialis binder exhibited up to a 70% improvement in deformation recovery as compared to asphalt made with traditional bitumen. New Atlas, 19 Dec. 2025 What To Know According to a news release, the Alaskan Command executed simulated joint maritime strikes with Air Force B-52H bombers and the Coast Guard national security cutter USCGC in the Gulf of Alaska on Tuesday as part of Operation Tundra Merlin. Ryan Chan, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2025 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 7 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

simulated

adjective
: made to look genuine : fake
simulated pearls

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