B2noun 1K

Representative

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌreprɪˈzentətɪv/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌreprɪˈzentətɪv/"]/

Meaning of Representative

a person who has been chosen to speak or vote for somebody else or for a group of people, or to take the place of somebody else

In simple words: Someone who speaks or acts for a group.

Representative in a sentence

• The congressman is a representative of the people in his district.
• She was chosen as a representative for the student council.
• The company's representative spoke about their new product line at the conference.
• In art, a representative piece captures the essence of a particular style.
• He gave a representative sample of the materials used in the project.

How to use Representative

Use 'representative' when discussing someone who acts on behalf of others, like in politics or organizations. It may not be appropriate for informal conversations.

Grammar pattern

representative + of + group

Memory hint

Think of 'rep' as in 'representative' — a friend who 'reps' or supports a group.

Related words

Collocations with Representative

• chief
• leading
• main
• appoint
• appoint somebody (as)
• choose (somebody as)
• attend something
• vote
• body
• representative for
• representative from
• representative of
• chief
• leading
• main
• appoint
• appoint somebody (as)
• choose (somebody as)
• attend something
• vote
• body
• representative for
• representative from
• representative of

Synonyms for Representative

• delegate
• agent
• spokesperson
• advocate
• proxy

Opposites of Representative

• follower
• subordinate

Common mistakes with Representative

• Confused with 'representing' as a verb.
• Using in singular form when referring to multiple representatives.
• Mispronouncing the first syllable.

Frequently asked questions about Representative

What does Representative mean?

Someone who speaks or acts for a group.

What is the definition of Representative?

a person who has been chosen to speak or vote for somebody else or for a group of people, or to take the place of somebody else

How do you use Representative in a sentence?

The congressman is a representative of the people in his district.

Can you give another example of Representative?

She was chosen as a representative for the student council.

What are synonyms for Representative?

Common alternatives include delegate, agent, spokesperson, advocate, proxy.

What is the opposite of Representative?

Opposite meanings include follower, subordinate.

What words go with Representative?

It commonly pairs with chief, leading, main, appoint, appoint somebody (as), choose (somebody as), attend something, vote, body, representative for, representative from, representative of, chief, leading, main, appoint, appoint somebody (as), choose (somebody as), attend something, vote, body, representative for, representative from, representative of.

What are common mistakes when using Representative?

Confused with 'representing' as a verb. Using in singular form when referring to multiple representatives. Mispronouncing the first syllable.

How do you pronounce Representative?

US: /["/ˌreprɪˈzentətɪv/"]/, UK: /["/ˌreprɪˈzentətɪv/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Representative?

Use 'representative' when discussing someone who acts on behalf of others, like in politics or organizations. It may not be appropriate for informal conversations.

What CEFR level is Representative?

"Representative" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.