1
as in came (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
Relevance
2
as in imitated
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
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of emulated
This was the Sodalitium Christianae Vitae, which was founded in 1971 in Lima, and aimed to create a community, especially involving young people, that emulated the closely supervised life of pre-Vatican II Catholicism.
—
Paul Elie, New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2026
Mounfield’s coffin was wrapped in a multi-coloured print which emulated the cover of the Stone Roses’ legendary 1989 debut record, while fans lining the street wore merchandise of the group.
—Nick Reilly, Rolling Stone, 22 Dec. 2025
El Gran Combo’s big band format would become a template for many subsequent big salsa bands, and so would to Ithier’s military precision, emulated by bands like Colombia’s Grupo Niche.
—Leila Cobo, Billboard, 8 Dec. 2025
During tests, the demonstrator successfully emulated real-world instantaneous reserve applications using actual grid frequency data.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Dec. 2025
That high-low mix has been emulated across the country.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2025
Doaa’s joyful scene was emulated throughout Gaza Thursday, in bright moments that have been rare over the past two years.
—Kareem El Damanhoury, CNN Money, 15 Nov. 2025
Jones' showing his love for Swift's song, from her new album The Life of a Showgirl, comes just days after the singer's fiancé emulated her music video moves on the field.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
From speculating that what scares people the most is anything natural (which can’t be emulated) to advising never listen to a designer, especially a man designer, Jacobs is direct.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2025
Paul Elie, New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2026
Mounfield’s coffin was wrapped in a multi-coloured print which emulated the cover of the Stone Roses’ legendary 1989 debut record, while fans lining the street wore merchandise of the group.
—Nick Reilly, Rolling Stone, 22 Dec. 2025
El Gran Combo’s big band format would become a template for many subsequent big salsa bands, and so would to Ithier’s military precision, emulated by bands like Colombia’s Grupo Niche.
—Leila Cobo, Billboard, 8 Dec. 2025
During tests, the demonstrator successfully emulated real-world instantaneous reserve applications using actual grid frequency data.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Dec. 2025
That high-low mix has been emulated across the country.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2025
Doaa’s joyful scene was emulated throughout Gaza Thursday, in bright moments that have been rare over the past two years.
—Kareem El Damanhoury, CNN Money, 15 Nov. 2025
Jones' showing his love for Swift's song, from her new album The Life of a Showgirl, comes just days after the singer's fiancé emulated her music video moves on the field.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
From speculating that what scares people the most is anything natural (which can’t be emulated) to advising never listen to a designer, especially a man designer, Jacobs is direct.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emulated
Verb
-
And as the Kanneh-Mason clan grew, the younger siblings — as younger siblings do — imitated the bigger kids, a glorious chain reaction.—
Jon Wertheim,
CBS News,
22 Dec. 2025
-
There was one take [where] every mannerism or gesture that Kim would do in her performance, Sarah imitated.—
Max Gao,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Dec. 2025
Verb
-
Protesters said the demonstration was meant to reflect democratic participation in its most visible form — expressive, passionate, and impossible to ignore.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
-
This drawstring pair is meant to have a relaxed, slouchy leg and a high-rise silhouette.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
By temporarily shielding inventors from having their designs and technologies copied, patents give firms a chance to generate profits during their limited time at the top of the ladder.—
David J. Kappos,
Fortune,
8 Jan. 2026
-
This, however, poses a major problem in other fields, as the data cannot be copied without corrupting it.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
The team record is 48 wins, set in 2015-16 and equaled last year.—
Sean McIndoe,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
-
Ayton finished with 10 points but only two rebounds, which equaled his fewest for a full game this season.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
31 Dec. 2025
Verb
-
Chiles, 24, cut loose in the routine, as her teammates mimicked her moves and cheered alongside the mat.—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
-
As the man collapsed in agony, the robot mimicked his posture, drawing laughter from onlookers and instant viral fame online.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Dec. 2025
Verb
-
Ballmer and his wife, Connie, matched donations made during the event, raising a total of $100 million.—
Tom Wait,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2026
-
In the snaps, the couple pose with their two daughters, Adira, 2, and Olympia, 8, who matched in light blue dresses.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
In days of old, that signified no parking.—
Glae Thien,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Jan. 2026
-
The album signified a resurgence of her musical career, earning her a Grammy Award nomination for Best Female Rock Vocal Performance, and is now the title of the upcoming documentary.—
Charlie Vargas,
Oc Register,
8 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Emulated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emulated. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share