representation
Translation
representation, depiction, portrayal, delegation
Examples
The painting is a representation of a storm.
The painting is a representation of a storm.
The group demands better representation in government.
The group demands better representation in government.
Grammar Patterns
a representation ((of sth.)) a depiction of sth. The painting is a representation of a storm.
representation ((in sth.)) the act of representing in sth. They want representation in government.
Similar Words
Synonyms: depiction, portrayal, description
Etymology
From the verb 'represent' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ation', indicating an action or state.
Memory Tips
It's the 'act-ION' of 'represent'-ing.