Synonyms for

Sim

Verb / sɪm / Another word for sim — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Sim is a slang term for simulation or simulate.

Synonyms & similar words

simulation emulation imitation replication copy mimicry mock-up model replica counterfeit duplicate facsimile clone reproduction pretense make-believe role-playing acting playacting

Synonyms by register

Formal

facsimile reproduction copy replica

Informal

copy fake knockoff imitation

Literary

semblance counterfeit effigy

Antonyms

real genuine authentic actual true factual

Common collocations

  • sim card
  • sim slot
  • sim tray
  • sim free
  • sim only
  • sim swap
  • sim unlock

Word family

noun simulation
verb simulate
adjective simulated
adverb similarly

Usage note

The word 'sim' is primarily used as an abbreviation for 'SIM card' (Subscriber Identity Module) in telecommunications. It is rarely used as a standalone word to mean 'similar' or 'simple' in modern English.

Example sentences

  1. I love playing simulation games on my computer.
  2. He created a virtual reality sim of a car race.
  3. The scientist used a computer sim to study the behavior of atoms.
  4. Lets make a sim of our favorite amusement park.
  5. She pretended to be a princess in her make-believe sim.

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words