simulative
Mimicking the real
Simulative describes something that simulates or imitates—producing an imitation or representation of something else.
The term appears most often in technical contexts: simulative modeling, simulative training environments.
A simulative exercise mimics real conditions without the actual stakes or consequences.
drill
Hole-boring device
role-play · rehearsal · mock-up · practice · maneuver · tabletop · sandbox · bootcamp · dry-run · walkthrough
mimicry
Adaptive resemblance to another
facsimile · reproduction · copycat · counterfeit · clone · mirror · echo · parrot · ape · doppelganger
directness of representation
simulativedirect
Undeviating or to guide
immediate · unmediated · firsthand · experiential · live
- computer simulationDigital imitation of processes
- simulation gameInteractive model of reality
- flight simulationArtificial piloting experience
- combat simulationStaged military engagement
- military simulationsPractice combat operations
- sports simulationGames replicating real athletics