Representation Definition & Meaning
representation
- noun
- a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image
- a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something
- the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf
- the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent
- a body of legislators that serve in behalf of some constituency; "a Congressional vacancy occurred in the representation from California"
- 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"
- a performance of a play
- a statement of facts and reasons made in appealing or protesting; "certain representations were made concerning police brutality"
- the right of being represented by delegates who have a voice in some legislative body
- an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent
"Representation" in song lyrics
See how representation is used in real songs:
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"Mr. Man and thats my representation"
Da Bush Babees — We Run Things -
"The five percent nation is my representation"
Digable Planets -
"Nothin' but power moves ill representation"
DJ Honda f/ Problemz — Around the Clock
Words that rhyme with representation
Usage tips for "representation"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "representation" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for representation to find words that pair well.
Use "representation" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does representation mean?
- a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent a body of legislators that serve in behalf of some constituency
- What part of speech is representation?
- Representation is a noun.
- How many definitions does representation have?
- Representation has 10 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).