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Emulate - Dictionary

Emulate

Part of Speech

Verb

Pronunciation

/ˈɛ.mju.leɪt/ (American English), /ˈiː.mjuː.leɪt/ (British English)

Definitions

  • To strive to equal or surpass, especially through imitation.
  • To reproduce the function or behavior of (a system, device, etc.).

Usage Examples

  • She tries to emulate her mentor’s work ethic.
  • The software can emulate older computer programs.

Etymology

From Latin æmulātus, past participle of æmulārī (to rival, strive to equal).

Synonyms

  • Imitate
  • Follow
  • Mirror
  • Replicate

Antonyms

  • Ignore
  • Neglect
  • Oppose

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanish Emular /e.muˈlar/
French Émuler /e.my.le/
Hindi अनुकरण करना /ə.nu.kəˈɾəɳ kəɾ.na/
Tamil பின்பற்றுதல் /piṉpaṟṟutal/
Chinese 模仿 /mó fǎng/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

In American English, "emulate" is pronounced as /ˈɛ.mju.leɪt/, whereas in British English, it may be pronounced as /ˈiː.mjuː.leɪt/.

Historical Usage

Historically, "emulate" was used in classical texts to describe competition, often in military or scholarly contexts.

Cultural Nuances

In leadership and mentorship discussions, "emulate" carries a positive connotation, suggesting admiration and learning rather than mere imitation.

More Information

Emulation is often seen in fields like technology, where newer systems emulate older ones for compatibility. In human behavior, it reflects ambition and respect.

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