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representative

[rep-ri-zen-tuh-tiv] / ˌrɛp rɪˈzɛn tə tɪv /
ADJECTIVE
characteristic, typical
Synonyms
STRONG
classic classical ideal model rep
WEAK
adumbrative archetypal delineative depictive emblematic evocative exemplary illustrative presentational prototypal prototypical quintessential symbolic symbolical
Antonyms
STRONG
imperfect
WEAK
atypical different uncharacteristic unrepresentative
NOUN
person who acts in the stead of another
Synonyms
STRONGEST
agent commissioner counselor delegate deputy lawyer legislator member senator
STRONG
attorney messenger proxy rep salesperson spokesperson
WEAK
assemblyperson congressperson councilor councilperson
Antonyms
WEAK
atypical
NOUN
typical example
Synonyms
STRONG
archetype case embodiment epitome exemplar illustration instance personification sample sampling specimen type
WEAK
case history
Antonyms
WEAK
atypical

Example Sentences

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He says the Mercor representative replied to say he would discuss it with the team.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

On his first visit to pay Edison’s fee, a representative told him he’d need to do it online, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

A representative for SpaceX didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

The Women's Super League is guaranteed at least one representative in the last four, with defending champions Arsenal taking on Chelsea in a mouth-watering contest.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

The company’s representative arrived on the train from Austin.

From "The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate" by Jacqueline Kelly

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