simulated

adjective

sim·​u·​lat·​ed ˈsim-yə-ˌlā-təd How to pronounce simulated (audio)
: 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.
Recent Examples on the Web Some schools might hold simulated drills, like the ones Siegel experienced. Kerry Breen, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2024 His team concocted an idea where Tyler would walk vertically up a cliff wall, hang on to a ledge for dear life, then be blown across (and off) the stage by a simulated wind gust. Chris Willman, Variety, 16 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for simulated 

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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 4 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

simulated

adjective
: made to look genuine : fake
simulated pearls

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