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What is another word for Emulate? – 134 Emulate Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    imitate mimic copy replicate reproduce duplicate simulate model follow ape parrot mirror reflect echo repeat reenact impersonate mock parody spoof satirize caricature burlesque travesty counterfeit forge fake feign pretend dissimulate dissemble emulate rival equal match compete contend vie struggle strive aspire aim seek pursue

    Meaning of Emulate

    The primary meaning of the word "emulate" is to match or surpass a person or achievement, typically by reproducing their actions or methods.

    Definitions

    • To match or surpass (a person or achievement), typically by reproducing their actions or methods
    • * To compete with or rival someone by trying to equal or surpass their achievements
    • * To reproduce or simulate the actions, behavior, or characteristics of someone or something

    Etymology of Emulate

    The word "emulate" comes from the Latin word "aemulare", which means "to rival" or "to strive to equal"
    The Latin word is derived from "aemulus", which means "rival" or "emulous"
    The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the act of trying to equal or surpass someone or something

    Example Uses

    • The company aims to emulate the success of its rival by launching a similar product
    • * She tries to emulate her favorite singer by practicing her vocal techniques every day
    • * The team will emulate the tactics of the winning team in the next game

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    differ diverge deviate depart contrast contradict oppose resist defy disobey reject refuse spurn shun avoid neglect ignore disregard differ from clash with be unlike be dissimilar to contradict be at odds with be in conflict with disagree dissent

    Related Nouns

    emulation rival competitor imitation simulation replica duplicate copy model prototype original masterpiece work achievement feat exploit triumph victory success accomplishment attainment

    Related Verbs

    imitate mimic copy replicate reproduce duplicate simulate model follow rival compete contend vie struggle strive aspire aim seek pursue match equal surpass

    Related Adjectives

    emulous rival competitive imitative mimetic simulative replicative duplicative original masterful triumphant victorious successful accomplished attainable achievable aspirational ambitious driven motivated