B2nounformalpoliticsarts
US/ˌrep.rɪ.zenˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌrep.rɪ.zenˈteɪ.ʃən/
the way someone or something is shown; also having people speak or act for you
In context
Women still have little representation in the national parliament.
The film gives an honest representation of life in the countryside.
The workers asked for legal representation in the dispute.
Words that go with representation
adjective + noun
- legal representationEveryone has the right to legal representation.
- accurate representationThe map is not an accurate representation of the area.
- fair representationMinority groups want fair representation.
- visual representationA chart gives a visual representation of the data.
noun + preposition
- representation ofThe painting is a representation of rural life.