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How to pronounce representative
Say it like this: /ˌɹɛpɹəˈzɛntətɪv/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does representative mean?
adjTypical; having the same properties or interest as a larger group.
“If you took all the fools out of the legislature, it wouldn't be a representative body anymore.”
Representing, showing a likeness.
“the representative faculty of the human imagination”
nounA delegate.
“She served four terms as representative of her local at the national union convention.”
One who speaks for or acts on behalf of another in a particular (especially official) capacity.
“I will send a representative to work out the details of the contract.”
An heir.
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