representation
noun
rep·re·sen·ta·tion
ˌre-pri-ˌzen-ˈtā-shən 
-zən-
1
: one that represents: such as
a
: an artistic likeness or image
b(1)
: a statement or account made to influence opinion or action
(2)
: an incidental or collateral statement of fact on the faith of which a contract is entered into
c
: a dramatic production or performance
d(1)
: a usually formal statement made against something or to effect a change
(2)
: a usually formal protest
2
: the act or action of representing : the state of being represented: such as
b(1)
: the action or fact of one person standing for another so as to have the rights and obligations of the person represented
(2)
: the substitution of an individual or class in place of a person (such as a child for a deceased parent)
c
: the action of representing or the fact of being represented especially in a legislative body
3
: the body of persons representing a constituency
representationally
adverb
Examples of representation in a Sentence
Each state has equal representation in the Senate.
The letters of the alphabet are representations of sounds.
Recent Examples on the Web
Banding together has been especially crucial to Asian Americans, as Yen says there’s active participation in community events, forums, and discussions that promote diversity, inclusion, and representation.
—
Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2024
His latest gripe is with the new diversity rules that the Academy of Motion Pictures instituted for Oscar-eligible films to help advance the representation of LGBTQ+, women, ethnic minorities and disabled people.
—Jireh Deng, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2024
So larger states like Virginia would have more representation than smaller states like Delaware.
—Terry Gross, NPR, 22 Apr. 2024
Redmayne, both a literal Emcee for the club’s patrons as well as metaphorical representation of the spirit of the time period, soaks up the spotlight like it was made for him.
—EW.com, 22 Apr. 2024
Advertisement The original plan was for UC San Diego to assume Tri-City’s assets and debt, running the medical center through a joint powers authority controlled by the university, with minority representation from Tri-City.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2024
My own dual identities as an Asian American and a woman—who had experienced the challenges of skin tone representation—were what inspired me to explore this potential solution in the first place.
—Alice Xiang, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2024
By taking bold steps toward embracing inclusivity and representation in sports and fashion, brands like Nike are making a positive impact and celebrating diversity.
—Devine Blacksher, Essence, 18 Apr. 2024
The Vel Phillips Task Force was formed in the summer of 2020, after it was brought to the attention of Michael Johnson, the CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County, that there was no representation of people of color at the state Capitol.
—Jessie Opoien, Journal Sentinel, 12 Apr. 2024
Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2024
His latest gripe is with the new diversity rules that the Academy of Motion Pictures instituted for Oscar-eligible films to help advance the representation of LGBTQ+, women, ethnic minorities and disabled people.
—Jireh Deng, Los Angeles Times, 22 Apr. 2024
So larger states like Virginia would have more representation than smaller states like Delaware.
—Terry Gross, NPR, 22 Apr. 2024
Redmayne, both a literal Emcee for the club’s patrons as well as metaphorical representation of the spirit of the time period, soaks up the spotlight like it was made for him.
—EW.com, 22 Apr. 2024
Advertisement The original plan was for UC San Diego to assume Tri-City’s assets and debt, running the medical center through a joint powers authority controlled by the university, with minority representation from Tri-City.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2024
My own dual identities as an Asian American and a woman—who had experienced the challenges of skin tone representation—were what inspired me to explore this potential solution in the first place.
—Alice Xiang, Fortune, 19 Apr. 2024
By taking bold steps toward embracing inclusivity and representation in sports and fashion, brands like Nike are making a positive impact and celebrating diversity.
—Devine Blacksher, Essence, 18 Apr. 2024
The Vel Phillips Task Force was formed in the summer of 2020, after it was brought to the attention of Michael Johnson, the CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County, that there was no representation of people of color at the state Capitol.
—Jessie Opoien, Journal Sentinel, 12 Apr. 2024
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representation
noun
rep·re·sen·ta·tion
ˌrep-ri-ˌzen-ˈtā-shən
1
: one (as a picture or symbol) that represents something else
2
: the act or action of representing : the state of being represented (as in a legislative body)
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