# simulate vs stimulate

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### simulate
*verb · IPA /ˈsɪm.jʊˌleɪt/ · frequency rank #16,346*
To model, replicate, duplicate the behavior, appearance or properties of.

### stimulate
*verb · IPA /ˈstɪm.jʊ.leɪt/ · frequency rank #11,801*
To encourage into action.

## Source
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