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simulate

verb

make a pretence of

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
S
Ends with
E
Contains
IM
Scrabble score
10
CEFR level
C1

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈsɪmjʊˌleɪt

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Meaning

Definitions

verb

  1. make a pretence of

    “She assumed indifference, even though she was seething with anger”

verb

  1. create a representation or simulation of

    “The pilots are trained in conditions simulating high-altitude flights”

verb

  1. reproduce someone's behavior or looks

    “The mime imitated the passers-by”

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Example Sentences

She assumed indifference, even though she was seething with anger
he feigned sleep
The pilots are trained in conditions simulating high-altitude flights
The mime imitated the passers-by
Children often copy their parents or older siblings

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