represent

/ɹˌɛpɹɪzˈɛnt/

/ˌɹɛpɹɪˈzɛnt/

[verb]

to represent

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to be an image, sign, or symbol of something

synonyms : stand for

symbolise

symbolize

typify

play a role or part

synonyms : act

play

take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to

synonyms : correspond

stand for

be representative or typical for

be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute

serve as a means of expressing something

be characteristic of

synonyms : exemplify

form or compose

synonyms : be

comprise

constitute

make up

to show someone or something in a piece of art

synonyms : depict

interpret

be the defense counsel for someone in a trial

synonyms : defend

antonyms : prosecute

to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)

synonyms : map

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

bring forward and present to the mind

synonyms : lay out

present

describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality

perform (a play), especially on a stage

synonyms : present

stage

Examples

1. The art on display at the exhibition represents diverse styles and cultures.

2. It represents a one-way ticket to unhappiness.

3. The discovery of new planets represents a quantum leap in astronomy, with the potential to deepen our understanding of the universe and our place in it.

4. I think that character represents the author's viewpoint.

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