Simulacra and Simulation Glossary

Simulacra and Simulation Glossary

simulation

An imitation or reproduction of something original and authentic

metamorphose

To transform from one thing into another

perverse

Deviant and contrary to expected norms

commodity

Anything that can be bought and sold as a product or service

abstract

An idea existing only in the hypothetical which cannot be touched

deterrence

The process of discouraging something from taking place

artificial

Unreal and non-organic; a fake

ethnology

The study of the division of entities into classes, cultures, and ethnic groups

autonomy

Self-ruling governance over oneself

epiphany

A sudden moment of awareness

implosion

An explosive collapse inward upon itself

inertia

A state of lethargic inactivity

territorial

Associated with localized settings within a small area

brandish

To wield or wave with a flourish

nihilism

A negative philosophy expressing a widespread skepticism for any hope.

discourse

The act of conversation or the overriding theme of what is being discussed

inexorable

Unrelenting and unstoppable

moribund

In an advanced state of decline

distortion

A deformation or misapprehension in the transmission

scenario

An outline of something with the potential to happen

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