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act vs simulate

simulate vs act

act is a noun but simulate is not a noun.

act and simulate both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
act Yes No Yes No
simulate No No Yes No
As verbs, simulate is a hyponym of act; that is, simulate is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than act:
  • act: behave unnaturally or affectedly
  • simulate: make a pretence of
Other hyponyms of act include assume, feign, sham.
act (noun) simulate (noun)
something that people do or cause to happen
a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet
a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body
a short performance that is part of a longer program
a manifestation of insincerity
act (verb) simulate (verb)
behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself make a pretence of
pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind create a representation or simulation of
discharge one's duties reproduce someone's behavior or looks
play a role or part
perform on a stage or theater
behave unnaturally or affectedly
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected
be suitable for theatrical performance
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