simulated

/ˈsim-yə-ˌlā-təd/

from past participle of simulate

adjective

  1. made to look genuine : fake

simulated pearls

verb

  1. to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate

  2. to make a simulation of (something, such as a physical system)

assume affect pretend simulate feign counterfeit sham mean to put on a false or deceptive appearance. assume often implies a justifiable motive rather than an intent to deceive. affect implies making a false show of possessing, using, or feeling.