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Webster 1913 Edition


Simulation

Simˊu-la′tion

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Noun.
[F.
simulation
, L.
simulatio
.]
The act of simulating, or assuming an appearance which is feigned, or not true; – distinguished from dissimulation, which disguises or conceals what is true.
Syn. – Counterfeiting; feint; pretense.

Webster 1828 Edition


Simulation

SIMULA'TION

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Noun.
[L. simulation.] The act of feigning to be that which is not; the assumption of a deceitful appearance or character. Simulation differs from dissimulation. The former denotes the assuming of a false character; the latter denotes the concealment of the true character. Both are comprehended in the word hypocrisy.