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.