Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
emulation
noun
/ˌem.jʊˈleɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The act of trying to match or exceed someone’s accomplishments, typically by imitating or copying their behavior or achievements.
Examples
- The young athlete achieved great success through hard work and emulation of his idol.
- In the tech world, many companies focus on emulation of popular software to appeal to consumers.
- Her emulation of the famous artist’s style helped her gain recognition in the local art scene.
Meaning
Emulation refers to the effort to equal or surpass someone else’s success by adopting similar methods or aspirations.
Synonyms
- imitation
- simulation
- copying
- mimicry
- aspiration
