What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
mimicry
Example
The comedian's mimicry of the president's voice was spot on. [mimicry: noun]
Example
The bird's mimicry of a car alarm fooled many people. [mimicry: noun]
simulation
Example
The engineers used a simulation to test the safety of the new bridge design. [simulation: noun]
Example
The video game provides a realistic simulation of driving a race car. [simulation: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Simulation is more commonly used than mimicry in technical and scientific contexts, while mimicry is more commonly used in entertainment or comedic contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between mimicry and simulation?
Simulation is generally more formal than mimicry, as it is often used in technical or scientific contexts.
