representative
Translation
representative, delegate, agent, (adj) typical
Examples
A sales representative visited our office.
A sales representative visited our office.
This survey is representative of public opinion.
This survey is representative of public opinion.
Grammar Patterns
a representative ((of sth.)) (noun) a person chosen to speak for a group A sales representative visited our office.
to be representative ((of sth.)) (adjective) typical of a particular group This survey is representative of public opinion.
Similar Words
Noun synonyms: delegate, agent; Adjective synonyms: typical, characteristic
Etymology
From 'represent' plus the suffix '-ative', which can form nouns for people or adjectives.
Memory Tips
A representat-IVE is someone who is act-IVE in representing a group. Note it can be a noun or an adjective.