representation (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/
Definition
The action or process of representing or being represented, especially in politics or art.
Examples
The election results showed a clear lack of representation for minority groups.
Her artwork is a representation of the beauty she sees in everyday life.
The lawyer argued for fair representation for all defendants in the case.
How to Use representation
- representation of (prepositional phrase)
- Something that stands for or symbolizes something else. — "The painting is a representation of the artist's childhood memories."
- fair representation (collocation)
- An accurate and just proportion or number of people or things. — "The new law aims to provide fair representation for all voters."
- lack of representation (collocation)
- Absence or insufficiency of being represented. — "The community protested the lack of representation in local government."
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