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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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A representative for the district did not immediately respond to a request for comment Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

It’s not unusual to have to hire a new tax representative to clean up after old tax mistakes, and possibly get a better outcome for the taxpayer.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

Wogan worked as a judge and a Pennsylvania state representative after attending college and law school.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

A representative for the Secret Service confirmed to the BBC on Sunday evening that "the investigation continues".

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Still waiting for Mrs. Baker to send down a representative for the cupcakes.

From "The Wednesday Wars" by Gary D. Schmidt