SIMULATION Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

simulation

noun

Definition of simulation

as in miniature

something that is made to look, feel, or behave like something else especially so that it can be studied or used to train people

—often + of a computer simulation of spaceflight simulations of body movements a simulation of the planet's surface

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Recent Examples of simulation To study the breakages, the team analyzed the fracture surfaces and ran molecular dynamics computer simulations that trace atomic motion. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2026 The size, velocity and angle of impact for the asteroid that might have struck Deimos varied in each simulation, as did the moon’s internal structure. — Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026 United is also upgrading its simulation software to train its pilots in any situation involving an airplane. — Brian Sherrod, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026 These complications, at least at the simulation level, did not slow down the V2X network. — IEEE Spectrum, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for simulation

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The miniature shows the ride snaking around the Disneyland Monorail, and reveals a landscape that will fully transform the look and tone of California Adventure.

— Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026
Each discharge, heard faintly at the surface, is like a miniature, subterranean lightning strike.

— IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of miniature

Noun

The seller, parkviewandbarn, identifies the lamp as a reproduction.

— Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 18 Aug. 2026
Modern reproductions and vintage Tiffany lamps for sale through dealers and online marketplaces let homeowners borrow the color, warm glow and statement-making quality of Tiffany without owning an authentic Tiffany Studios piece.

— Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of reproduction

Noun

Told that imitation is the highest form of flattery, Steele guffaws.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
The Catholics in his government, from Supreme Court justices to Cabinet members to Vice President JD Vance, are acting as a rubber stamp for an imperious ruler, instead of imitations of Christ.

— Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of imitation

Noun

Somehow this abstract understanding exists alongside, or by means of, the objects in the waiting room—a paper cup from the water cooler, or a copy of People magazine.

— Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 21 Aug. 2026
The album went on to sell more than two million copies and remains beloved by fans today.

— Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of copy

Noun

On that note, Ole Miss right-hander Taylor Rabe, who has been the Rebels’ best pitcher in the postseason, appears in Law’s first-round mock published Wednesday, but is not on his top-100 list (for now).

— Mitch Light, New York Times, 11 June 2026
Early on in the pre-draft process, Stirtz was a popular match for Denver in mocks.

— Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 9 June 2026

Definition of mock

Noun

With a full colorway of Metallic Silver/Black/Coconut Milk, in-hand images of the new sneaker have yet to surface, but a speculative mock-up was shared which is said to offer an accurate look of what fans can expect upon the release.

— Riley Jones, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026
Engineers there use full-scale mechanical mock-ups, robotic arms, and virtual control systems.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of mock-up

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Dehqani said reconstruction work began immediately after the refinery was hit during the 12-day war between Iran and Israel in 2025.

— Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
Their reconstruction suggests that the Grand Canyon region once sat near an ancient continental margin in a position comparable to modern great escarpments found in places such as South Africa and Brazil.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 21 Aug. 2026

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