representative
Translation
representative, delegate, agent, spokesperson
Examples
A sales representative visited our office today.
A sales representative visited our office today.
He is the elected representative for our area.
He is the elected representative for our area.
Grammar Patterns
((a representative of/for sth.)) a person chosen to speak or act for a group or company She is a representative for the company.
Similar Words
Synonyms: delegate, agent, spokesperson
Etymology
From 'represent' + '-ative' (a suffix indicating a person or thing that does something). Someone who represents.
Memory Tips
A 'represent-ative' is a person who 're-presents' a company or group.