Basic Details
Word: Representation
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The action of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or something; a way to show or depict something.
Synonyms: Depiction, portrayal, symbolisation
Antonyms: Misrepresentation, distortion
Idioms and Phrases
- Get the wrong end of the stick: To misunderstand something or misinterpret the situation. Example: "She thought he was angry when he was just tired; she really got the wrong end of the stick."
- A picture paints a thousand words: A single image can convey a lot of information more effectively than words. Example: "The photobook showed their adventures; truly, a picture paints a thousand words."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The teacher used a diagram as a representation of how plants grow.
Example 2: In the play, each actor gave a great representation of their character.
Example 3: The map is a useful representation of our journey through the city.
Fun Fact
The word "representation" comes from the Latin word "repraesentatio," meaning to present again or to place before again, which emphasises its purpose of bringing forth or showcasing something in a new way.
Famous Quote
"Good representation is vital to fulfilling the promise of democracy." – Marsha P. Johnson
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "representation" mean?
a) To hide something
b) To show or act on behalf of someone or something
c) To create a problem
d) To travel somewhere
Answer: b) To show or act on behalf of someone or something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "representation"?
a) Destruction
b) Depiction
c) Isolation
d) Confusion
Answer: b) Depiction
3. Which word is an antonym of "representation"?
a) Explanation
b) Misrepresentation
c) Clarification
d) Presentation
Answer: b) Misrepresentation
4. Which sentence uses "representation" correctly?
a) The representation of the problem helped us find a solution.
b) The representation was noise in the room.
c) The representation of the cat is sleeping on the roof.
d) The representation jumped over the fence.
Answer: a) The representation of the problem helped us find a solution.
5. Which idiom suggests that an image can express a lot?
a) Get the wrong end of the stick
b) A picture paints a thousand words
c) Keep it under wraps
d) Break the ice
Answer: b) A picture paints a thousand words
