REPLICATE Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

replicate

verb

ˈre-plə-ˌkāt

Definition of replicate

as in to reproduce

to make an exact likeness of replicated the famous painting in our art class

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as in to repeat

to make or do again I can't replicate your results when I do the experiment myself

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Recent Examples of replicate There’s power in numbers, and the Hurricanes will be relying on their numbers to have a chance at replicating the kind of success that Bain and Mesidor had last season. — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026 Unlike traditional industrial robots that are typically fixed in one position, humanoids replicate human-like movement and can adapt to changing surroundings. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 27 July 2026 Researchers still need to replicate findings related to birding’s health benefits before drawing firm conclusions, and other research questions remain. — The Conversation, Fortune, 27 July 2026 Vegan versions come from sources like ginseng, seaweed, rice or rose and are created through biotechnology to imitate rather than replicate the original molecule. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for replicate

Recent Examples of Synonyms for replicate

Verb

The fish eat invasive weeds but don’t reproduce, leading to annual fish stocking.

— John Marks, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
The method generates complex patterns that are difficult for classical systems to reproduce.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 July 2026

Definition of reproduce

Verb

This summer will not repeat the last, where 14 new players arrived at a cost of £170million ($228m) to ruthlessly overhaul a promotion-winning squad.

— Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 22 July 2026
The same graphic is repeated on the Baggy Utility Shorts, Loose Jeans and Straight Jeans as embroidery on their coin pockets.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 21 July 2026

Definition of repeat

Verb

How to replicate her success without copying it Elliott says Diaz Albadan’s example is worth following.

— Sarah Jackson, CNBC, 30 July 2026
Instead, some attack our business's fees, as though changing the subject somehow excuses copying another company's intellectual property.

— Brian Taylor, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of copy

Verb

Through movement, restoration, thoughtful hospitality and a profound connection to the California coast, each stay becomes an opportunity to return home feeling renewed.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 31 July 2026
That series has already been renewed for Season 2, though Amazon has not released much of its own data on its Season 1 performance.

— Katie Campione, Deadline, 30 July 2026

Definition of renew

Verb

And that Grayson discouraged his fellow deputy from rendering aid.

— Jerry Nowicki, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Countless vigilantes have taken to the roadways armed with trash bags, spray paint, laser pointers, and power drills to render the surveillance poles useless, resulting in arrests and investigations by police.

— Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 30 July 2026

Definition of render

Verb

Rather, each pair should serve a distinct purpose instead of duplicating another one already hanging in the closet.

— Alesandra Dubin, Glamour, 31 July 2026
Storage has grown far cheaper over the years, giving room to duplicate data in return for system speed and a better user experience.

— Kevin Mathrani, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

Definition of duplicate

Verb

Rather than chasing architectural trends or attempting to imitate newer competitors, the Rose Bowl has embraced a strategy rooted in financial discipline, adaptive reuse and authentic placemaking.

— Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Vegan versions come from sources like ginseng, seaweed, rice or rose and are created through biotechnology to imitate rather than replicate the original molecule.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 27 July 2026

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