Meaning of the word simulation in English

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simulation

US /ˌsɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

UK /ˌsɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

the imitation of the operation of a real-world process or system over time

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The flight simulation prepared the pilots for various scenarios.

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Computer simulation is used to model complex systems.

Synonym:

modeling imitation replication representation reproduction

the act of pretending; deception

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His illness was just a simulation to avoid work.

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The suspect's confession turned out to be a simulation.

Synonym:

pretense feigning deception disguise sham

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