As children are known to emulate the values of adults, it is often pointed out such "education mamas" instill a warped sense of values in their children.
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Emulate
/ˈɛm.jʊ.leɪt/
Synonyms for "emulate" (172 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (35)
Verb(5 words)
Noun(23 words)
andersenapeappropriatingarabidopsis thaliana modelart movement inspiredart trendbased on biologyborrowed word formchimpsclassroom replicatecnidarian body plancommon good modelcomputer based replicationcopiescopy patterncopycatcopycatscopycattingcopyingcopying costs
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copying ethicscopying practicecopying process
Strong matches (51)
Related words (86)
Verb(15 words)
Noun(54 words)
mirror datamirroringmocksmodel codemodel followingmodel organism teachingmodel policymodel systemmodeling organism geneticsmodeling taskmodellingmodelsmore imitatedparagonpastichepastichespatternpattern a designpattern a garmentpattern after classics
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pattern after teacherpattern categorypattern conceptpattern designedpattern formingpattern guidepattern instructionpattern of behaviorpattern producingpattern templatepatterning guidepatterning methodpatterning techniquepatterning worksheetpatternsphotocopiesprototypeprototypesrecreatingreplicate readingsreplicate samplerivalsromanian simulashimshimmingshimssimalsimssimulated systemsimulatingstyle of languagevilniuswriting stylezoo ape
Determiner(1 words)
more copying ethics
Adjective(6 words)
patterned designpatterned paperpatterned routinerepetitive patternroman brandingterrestrial model family
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: admired, andersen, ape, ape, aped.
- Sentence evidence is available for emulate, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from derived_reverse, moby, opengloss.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "emulate".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "emulate"
Keep "emulate" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "emulate" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "emulate", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "emulate" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
OpenGloss and ConceptNet supply richer edges like generalizations, collocations, and derivations.
More general
8 entriesMore specific
6 entriesCollocations
6 entriesemulate a role modelemulate expert behavioremulate good study habitsemulate healthy routinesemulate parental adviceemulate success
Inflections
3 entriesDerivations
4 entriesSample sentences
14 total sentences available.
Every child needs someone to admire and emulate.
Source: tatoeba (2994096)
A human being in perfection should emulate the virtue of the tree. The more the tree grows, the more beautiful and softer it turns, but internally tougher and stronger.
Source: tatoeba (3667549)
At this point in time, you need a powerful computer to emulate this game.
Source: tatoeba (6167975)
Showing 4 of 14 available sentences.
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "emulate"?
Closest matches include admired, andersen, ape, ape, aped.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "emulate"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.