Synonyms of simulates

simulates

verb

present tense third-person singular of simulate

as in pretends

to present a false appearance of

cosmetics that simulate a suntan

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pretends
• assumes
• affects
• acts
• feigns
• passes (for)
• professes
• poses
• imitates
• conceals
• dissembles
• makes believe
• forges
• plays
• puts on
• shams
• counterfeits
• fakes
• bluffs
• impersonates
• masquerades
• camouflages
• dissimulates
• masks
• disguises
• lets on
• playacts
• feints
• malingers

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of simulates

Ray tracing is a rendering technique that simulates how light travels and interacts with surfaces to produce realistic lighting, reflections, and shadows. — Aman Kumar, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Sep. 2026

Here, what lies indoors simulates the beauty of the natural world. — Carrie Honaker, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2026

The upcoming 2027 model will also be the first to feature E-Shift, an optional system that simulates the gear shifts of a combustion engine. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 18 Aug. 2026

The offense works on the underneath passing tree while the defense simulates coverage rules and passing off cross-under routes. — Kansas City Star, 18 Aug. 2026

The Wan Chun drill simulates the evacuation of Taiwan’s leader to a safe place in the event of war or other emergencies. — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026

Here’s music that doesn’t just deal with pain but structurally simulates it—music about falling apart that falls apart itself. — Sasha Geffen, Pitchfork, 2 Aug. 2026

However, an expert retained by LAIP used Delft3D hydrodynamic modeling, which simulates wind and water movement, People reported. — Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 18 July 2026

Winter guests will enjoy gathering around the midcentury fireplace that anchors the living room, while an outdoor firepit simulates the same experience for spring and summer visitors. — Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 15 July 2026