simulation

/ˌsɪm.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/
noun
  1. An imitation or representation of a situation, process, or system, often created for training, testing, or entertainment.
    • The flight simulation helped the pilots practice emergency landings.
    • Students used a computer simulation to see how weather patterns form.
    • The video game is a realistic simulation of city building and management.
  2. The act of pretending or feigning something.
    • His simulation of illness got him out of the test, but he felt guilty about it.
    • The spy's simulation of a tourist helped him avoid suspicion.
    • Her simulation of surprise was so convincing that everyone believed her.
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