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/ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnt/

Definition & Meaning of "represent"in English

to represent
01

to be an image, sign, symbol, etc. of something

Transitive: to represent a quality or value
to represent definition and meaning
example
Examples
The national flag represents the unity of the country.
02

to perform or portray a character in a play, film, or other stage production

Transitive: to represent a character
to represent definition and meaning
example
Examples
In the upcoming film, the renowned actor will represent the iconic historical figure, bringing their story to life on the big screen.
03

to indicate or stand for a particular concept, idea, or entity

Transitive: to represent a concept or meaning
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Examples
In a traffic context, the red light represents a signal to stop, signifying the need for vehicles to come to a halt.
04

to serve as an instance that embodies the characteristics, qualities, or traits associated with a particular category or concept

Transitive: to represent sth
example
Examples
Her dedication to community service and philanthropy truly represents the spirit of altruism and compassion.
05

to act on behalf of a group, organization, or constituency; to convey the views, interests, or concerns of others in an official or formal capacity

Transitive: to represent sb/sth
example
Examples
In international forums, diplomats represent their countries, articulating positions on diplomatic, economic, and political matters.
06

to articulate or convey one's understanding, opinions, or perspectives to others

Transitive: to represent ideas or opinions
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Examples
The artist will represent their artistic process, explaining the inspiration and meaning behind the painting.
07

to constitute a specific percentage, portion, or quantity of a larger entity or total

Transitive: to represent a percentage of a whole
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Examples
In the financial report, the highlighted portion represents a significant portion of the company's annual profits.
08

to show someone or something in a piece of art

Transitive: to represent sb/sth
example
Examples
The artist chose to represent the beauty of nature by painting a vibrant landscape filled with lush greenery and colorful flowers.
09

to serve as a legal or business representative

Transitive: to represent sb
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Examples
The attorney was hired to represent the client in court and manage their legal affairs.
10

to define or express a relationship between elements of one set (domain) and another set (codomain) through a mapping or function

Transitive: to represent a function
example
Examples
The matrix MM represents a linear transformation, mapping vectors from a three-dimensional space to a two-dimensional space.
11

to make one’s opinions known to a group of people or someone in authority

Transitive: to represent opinions
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Examples
The citizens gathered at the town hall meeting to represent their views on the proposed development project.
12

to evoke or convey a specific experience, feeling, or understanding

Transitive: to represent a sensation or idea
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Examples
Through the use of evocative music, the composer sought to represent the emotions of sorrow and longing in the symphony.
13

to depict, illustrate, or convey a subject or concept in a specific manner

Complex Transitive: to represent sth in a specific manner
example
Examples
Throughout the documentary series, the endangered species were represented as needing urgent conservation efforts.
14

to compete on behalf of a team, country, or region, often wearing its uniform and upholding its reputation

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She was proud to represent her country at the Olympics.

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