Word REPRESENT: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

represent

🇺🇸 [ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnt]

Meanings

To act or speak on behalf of someone or something, often as a spokesperson. Representation can also refer to portraying or symbolizing something in a particular way. It implies standing for or advocating a person, idea, or group.

Examples

• He represents his company in all official meetings.
• The lawyer will represent you in court tomorrow.
• She represented the team during the awards ceremony.

Synonyms

stand for • advocate • symbolize

Antonyms

misrepresent • oppose • contradict