represent

/rɪˈprɛznt/

Definitions

1. verb

to be or serve as a representative or symbol of something

“The company is represented by its CEO at the conference.”

2. verb

to describe or portray someone or something in a particular way

“The movie represents the struggles of the working class.”

3. noun

a person or thing that represents something or someone

“The government representative met with the foreign diplomat.”

4. verb

to act or speak on behalf of someone or something

“The lawyer represented the client in court.”

Synonyms

  • embody
  • personify
  • stand for
  • symbolize

Antonyms

  • disrepresent
  • misrepresent