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representation

/ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/
rep · re · sen · ta · tion ˌrɛp · rɪ · zɛn · ˈteɪ · ʃən
English Definition
n. the act of speaking or acting on behalf of someone
中文释义
代表,表现
Significado en Español
representación
한국어 뜻
대표, 표현
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự đại diện, biểu diễn
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Example Sentence

The painting is a representation of rural life.

这幅画是对乡村生活的一种描绘。

Synonyms
depiction portrayal embodiment
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the best synonym for the word “representation”:

  1. A concealment
  2. B denial
  3. C depiction
  4. D absence
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C — depiction. “representation” means n. the act of speaking or acting on behalf of someone

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

Every single citizen deserves fair ______ in the national government.

  1. A representation
  2. B silence
  3. C absence
  4. D neglect
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A — representation. “representation” means n. the act of speaking or acting on behalf of someone

Common questions about “representation”

What does “representation” mean?

representation — n. the act of speaking or acting on behalf of someone. In Chinese: 代表,表现.

How do you pronounce “representation”?

representation is pronounced /ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/. It breaks into 5 syllables: rep · re · sen · ta · tion.

How do you use “representation” in a sentence?

The painting is a representation of rural life. (这幅画是对乡村生活的一种描绘。)

What are synonyms for “representation”?

depiction, portrayal, embodiment — all close in meaning to representation (n. the act of speaking or acting on behalf of someone).

Is “representation” an ISEE Basic-level word?

Yes. representation appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

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