SIMULATIONS Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

simulations

noun

plural of simulation

as in miniatures

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 simulations For researchers, that could be more practical than waiting for quantum machines to handle entire scientific simulations. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026 One way around this is to let the simulations run finer than the telescope can see. — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 7 Aug. 2026 SolarWatch also gives real-time and time-lapse simulations of the moon's shadow racing across a 3D representation of Earth, along with educational content on eclipse phenomena such as Baily's Beads. — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Validated with state-of-the-art computer simulations and published in Nature, the landmark result helps explain how energy moves through the photosphere and erupts into potentially Earth-threatening space weather events. — Lee Billings, Scientific American, 5 Aug. 2026 The drone system has been tested in virtual and in-person simulations but not in an actual shooting. — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 5 Aug. 2026 In addition, with digital twins on the power systems and cooling systems in AI factories, simulations can be run swapping out components and using different architectures to optimize power use. — Steven Carlini, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Devised by Mattel as the first trackable toy car in 1968, these cool miniatures have become one of the most popular toys of all time.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 31 July 2026
Disney loved miniatures and was an avid collector of the tiny pieces of art.

— Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026

Definition of miniatures

Noun

Knowing what to look for and paying attention to common red flags that may indicate reproductions is key to scoring genuine treasures.

— Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2026
While reproductions can be excellent options, there should be a different price point.

— Heather Bien, Southern Living, 18 July 2026

Definition of reproductions

Noun

The shoes have also inspired countless imitations from other brands, making the popular design more affordable and accessible, while the original remains highly coveted among shoe lovers.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 27 July 2026
Bosses recently told Deadline that microdrama has moved well beyond cheap, schlocky imitations of traditional TV and film.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 23 July 2026

Definition of imitations

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At Ole Miss, the school rolled out its Heisman campaign featuring Chambliss and Kewan Lacey on mock-ups of political placards around town.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 22 July 2026
The new mock-ups differ from those previously shared in April, which featured the president's face opposite artwork representing the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

— Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026

Definition of mock-ups

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As this report revealed, the Abu Dhabi Potter land is expected to be the only one worldwide with replicas of both Hogwarts Castle and Diagon Alley.

— Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Six modern replicas have also been completed, combining century-old plans with the latest in aluminum hulls, composite rigging, and sail technology.

— Chrissie McClatchie, Robb Report, 18 July 2026

Definition of replicas

Noun

In the lead-up to the last presidential election, academics and tech observers were concerned about the increasing potency of deepfakes, believing that synthetic images and replications of political figures would sow chaos on and offline.

— Max Tani, semafor.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Matthew McConaughey and Michael Caine recently inked a deal with AI audio company ElevenLabs to produce virtual replications of their famous voices.

— Zack Sharf, Variety, 13 Nov. 2025

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