simulated

[/ˈsɪmjuleɪtɪd/]
adjective
simulado
1. created or produced to imitate something real; not genuine or authentic
The pilot practiced on a simulated aircraft before flying a real plane.
O piloto praticou em um avião simulado antes de voar um avião real.
2. feigned or pretended; made to appear true when it is not
Her simulated interest in the conversation was obvious to everyone.
Seu interesse simulado na conversa era óbvio para todos.
3. reproduced artificially or digitally
The video game uses simulated physics to create realistic movement.
O videogame usa física simulada para criar movimento realista.
In Brazilian education, 'simulado' is widely used to refer to practice tests or mock exams that simulate the actual format of university entrance exams (vestibular) or standardized tests. This term is particularly prevalent in high school and test preparation contexts.
NYC Slang
fake
Synonyms / Sinônimos
artificialfakefeignedimitationmockpretendedsynthetic
Antonyms / Antônimos
authenticgenuinerealtruesincere

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
simulado
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
simulado
Standard usage, no regional variations
São Paulo
simulado
Standard usage, no regional variations
Portugal
simulado
Same usage as Brazil; also 'fingido' for 'feigned' contexts

Related Words

simulatesimulationsimulatorauthentic

Related Idioms & Phrases

simulated leather
simulated test
simulated environment
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