Pronunciation: [sˈɪmɪk] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "simic" is often confusing due to its unusual pronunciation. The correct IPA phonetic transcription of "simic" is /ˈsɪmɪk/. The first syllable "si" is pronounced as "sɪ" and rhymes with "hiss". The second syllable "mic" is pronounced as "mɪk" and rhymes with "kick". Therefore, the word "simic" is pronounced as "SIH-mick" and means "resembling or characteristic of Simic, a Croatian poet and literary critic."
Simic is a neologism that emerged from the popular digital card game, Magic: The Gathering, and refers to an archetype or playstyle within the game. It is commonly used to describe a specific deck and strategies that center around the Simic Combine, one of the ten guilds of the city-plane of Ravnica in the Magic: The Gathering multiverse.
The Simic Combine is characterized by their focus on the interplay between biology and evolution. In the game, Simic decks typically employ creatures and spells that manipulate and enhance the natural world, often employing the use of +1/+1 counters or granting abilities to creatures.
The term "simic" has transcended its origins and has come to be used more broadly to describe any deck or playstyle that incorporates elements of this archetype in other card games or gaming communities. It is associated with strategies that prioritize adaptability, resilience, and growth, cultivating a powerful force through the manipulation of creatures, often with a focus on the development of complex synergies between cards.
Furthermore, simic can also be used as an adjective to describe anything that possesses the qualities of being adaptive, flexible, or evocative of the Simic archetype. For example, one might refer to a person who displays these characteristics as having a "simic" mindset, meaning they are adaptable, creative, and capable of finding innovative solutions to problems.
