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representation

[rep-ri-zen-tey-shuhn, -zuhn-] / ˌrɛp rɪ zɛnˈteɪ ʃən, -zən- /
NOUN
description
Synonyms
STRONGEST
depiction image portrayal
STRONG
adumbration copy delegation delineation design duplicate enactment exhibition illustration imitation impersonation impression likeness narration personification reproduction
Antonyms
STRONG
difference original
NOUN
likeness
Synonyms
STRONGEST
image portrayal
STRONG
account chart delegation diagram effigy embodiment graph icon illustration map model picture protest sample sketch statement symbol

Example Sentences

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Here’s a visual representation of how spending has been stratified among economic classes in recent years.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Williams Jr.’s legal representation did not respond to a request for comment on Thursday.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

The only consolation now might be that this tournament won’t be held entirely without Italian representation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

But, she tells Newsbeat, it's a platform for her to continue the goal she set out to achieve when she first started uploading videos - boosting female representation and challenging stereotypes in the gaming space.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

There is, then, no reason to place a premium on realistic representation for its own sake.

From "History of Art, Volume 1" by H.W. Janson

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.