representation
ˌrɛprɪzənˈteɪʃən
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Definition of representation - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
portrayalthe way something is portrayed or depicted
  • The film's representation of history is quite accurate..
depiction illustration
2.
politicsthe right to elect someone to speak for you
  • Citizens demand representation in the government.
advocacy delegation proxy
3.
communicationstatement made to influence opinions or actions
  • He made a representation to support his argument.
declaration statement
4.
authorityRarethe act of standing in for someone or a groupRare
  • The lawyer provided representation for the defendant.
agency delegation proxy
5.
mathematicsTECH.mathematical description of a groupTECH.
  • The representation of the group was complex.
depiction illustration
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Expressions with representation

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service provided by a lawyer for a client
She sought legal representation for her court case.
depiction that is correct and precise
The map is an accurate representation of the city's layout.
picture or model showing an idea
The teacher used a concrete representation to explain the concept.
visual display showing information or ideas using pictures, diagrams, or symbols
The chart provided a clear graphic representation of the sales trends.
picture or shape showing an idea
The heart is a symbolic representation of love.
idea or image formed in the mind
The mental representation of the city was vivid in her mind.

Origin of representation

Latin, repraesentare (to show)

Terms with representation included in their meaning

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mapn.
geography
visual representation of an area showing features
art
visual representation on a surface
general meaning
spoken or written representation of something
small scale
small representation of something larger
artistic depiction
painted or drawn representation of a person
direct involvement
without using digital communication or representation
data
visual representation of data
godn.
religious statue
representation of a deity, often a statue

Examples of representation in a sentence

  • This book offers a fresh representation of ancient myths.
  • The new law ensures fair representation for all communities.
  • Representation in the council was a major election issue.
  • The lawyer's representation swayed the jury's decision.
  • Her representation at the meeting was crucial for the deal.
  • The union demanded better representation for workers.

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  1. French:représentation, déclaration, ...
  2. German:Darstellung, Vertretung, ...
  3. Italian:rappresentazione, rappresentanza, ...
  4. Spanish:representación, declaración, ...
  5. Portuguese:representação, mandato, ...
  6. Chinese:表现, 代表权, ...
  7. Japanese:描写, 代表権, ...
  8. Arabic:تَجْسِيد, تَمْثِيل, ...
  9. Hebrew:הַצָּגָה, יִיצוּג, ...
  10. Russian:изображение, представительство, ...
  11. Ukrainian:зображення, представництво, ...
  12. Hindi:चित्रण, प्रतिनिधित्व, ...
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