An aviary is a large enclosure for birds, often containing shrubbery and other plants to simulate their natural habitat.
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Simulate
/ˈsɪm.jəˌleɪt/
Synonyms for "simulate" (320 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (10)
Strong matches (15)
Related words (25)
appropriateapproximateassumebe likebe redolent ofbear resemblancebluffborrowbring to mindcall to mindcall upchorus
Adjective(2 words)
approximate methodbiological process modeling
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: copy, feign, imitate, model, accurate model.
- Sentence evidence is available for simulate, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from wordnet, opengloss, derived_reverse, moby, and related lexical sources.
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 "simulate".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "simulate"
Keep "simulate" 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 "simulate" 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 "simulate", 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 "simulate" 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
8 entriescomputer simulationdramatic reenactmentfake injuryfeigned illnessmathematical modelmockuprole playvirtual lab
Collocations
5 entriessimulate a scenariosimulate conditionssimulate datasimulate outcomessimulate results
Inflections
3 entriesDerivations
3 entriesSample sentences
9 total sentences available.
When all our flight hardware is ready in 2024, we’ll hold the System Integration Review and integrate the Roman observatory. Finally, we’ll test the whole observatory in environments that simulate launch and our orbit to make sure Roman will work as designed.
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Why not simulate quantum physics with actual quantum physics?
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He and his colleagues used an artificial material in the lab to simulate a surface like the tissue inside an infected person.
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Showing 4 of 9 available sentences.
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "simulate"?
Closest matches include copy, feign, imitate, model, accurate model.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "simulate"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.