roleplaying
n. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹoʊɫˌpɫeɪɪŋ// role·play·ing
n. the activity of pretending to be someone else or acting out a story with other people. You do this to learn new skills or have fun with friends.
n. the practice of assuming a fictional character or persona to interact with others in a simulated environment. Often used to develop social skills, explore psychological scenarios, or engage in collaborative storytelling.
The children enjoy roleplaying as doctors and nurses.
The training program uses roleplaying to help new employees practice difficult conversations with customers.
In many social psychology experiments, participants engage in roleplaying to understand how different social identities influence behavior and decision-making within a group.