simulation

• Substantiv, das den Vorgang der Nachbildung oder Modellierung des Verhaltens eines realen Systems oder Prozesses, oft über die Zeit und häufig mithilfe eines Computers, bezeichnet.

A noun referring to the process of imitating or modeling the operation of a real-world system or process over time, often using a computer.

1. Imitation of a processB2formaltechnical

   The act of imitating the operation of a real-world process or system over time.

   Simulation eines Prozesses

   • The engineers ran a simulation of the bridge under heavy wind conditions.
   • Flight simulators provide a realistic simulation for pilot training.
   • The simulation showed how the virus might spread through the population.

   Synonymeemulationimitationmodelingreplicationreproduction

2. Computer modelingB2formalIT

   A computer program that models a real or hypothetical situation for analysis or training.

   Simulation

   • The game is a simulation of city building and management.
   • Scientists use climate simulations to predict future weather patterns.
   • The simulation crashed due to a memory error.

   Synonymemodelmodelingmodelling

3. Pretence or imitationC1formal

   The act of pretending or feigning a feeling or condition.

   Vortäuschung oder Nachahmung

   • Her simulation of enthusiasm was not convincing.
   • The actor's simulation of pain was remarkably realistic.
   • His simulation of interest in the topic was obvious to everyone.

   Synonymeactingaffectationdissimulationfeigningimitationpretencepretensesham

   Antonymeauthenticitygenuinenessreality