representation

(noun)

noun

1. a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image

Definition categories: thought, content

2. a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something

Definition categories: man–made, creation

3. the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf

Definition categories: act, cooperation

4. the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent

Similar word(s): agency, delegacy

Definition categories: state

5. a body of legislators that serve in behalf of some constituency

- a Congressional vacancy occurred in the representation from California

Definition categories: group, body

6. a factual statement made by one party in order to induce another party to enter into a contract

- the sales contract contains several representations by the vendor

Definition categories: communication, statement

7. a performance of a play

Similar word(s): histrionics, theatrical

Definition categories: communication, performance

8. a statement of facts and reasons made in appealing or protesting

- certain representations were made concerning police brutality

Definition categories: communication, statement

9. the right of being represented by delegates who have a voice in some legislative body

Definition categories: attribute, right

10. an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent

Definition categories: act, activity

Sentences with representation as a noun:

- The Venus of Willendorf was an early representation of the female body.

- People who cannot afford representation are eligible for government assistance.

- The lack of representation in the British parliament was one of the main factors behind the American Revolution.