representative

representative is part of the Basic English 850.

Pronunciation

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Noun

Singular representative

Plural representatives

1. A person who represents a group or company.

   The ambassador is our representative.

Synonyms

• (person who represents) envoy, delegate, agent, spokesperson, diplomat, ambassador

Related words

• proxy
• rep
• represent
• presentation

Adjective

Positive representative

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. Typical of a group.

   This is a representative sample.

Synonyms

• characteristic
• exemplary
• typical

Antonyms

• uncharacteristic
• unusual
• different