Basic Details
Word: Representative
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A person chosen or appointed to act or speak for others.
Synonyms: Delegate, envoy, spokesperson
Antonyms: Traitor, immitator
Idioms and Phrases
- Representative of the people: Someone who acts on behalf of a group, especially in politics. Example: "As a representative of the people, she listened to everyone's concerns before making decisions."
- Make a good representative: To be an effective spokesperson for a group. Example: "He always tries to make a good representative, showing the best qualities of our team."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The class voted for a representative to speak at the school assembly.
Example 2: Each representative at the meeting shared ideas for improving the community.
Example 3: The country's representative addressed the United Nations to discuss climate change.
Fun Fact
The word "representative" comes from the Latin word "repraesentare," which means "to present again or to show." It emphasises the role of a person in showing or voicing the needs of others.
Famous Quote
"The best way to predict the future is to create it." Peter Drucker This quote highlights the proactive role of representatives in shaping the future for their constituents.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "representative" mean?
a) A person who acts for others
b) A type of animal
c) A form of punishment
d) A delicious food
Answer: a) A person who acts for others
2. Which of these is a synonym of "representative"?
a) Delegate
b) Predator
c) Scholar
d) Cleaner
Answer: a) Delegate
3. What is an antonym of "representative"?
a) Team member
b) Traitor
c) Leader
d) Collaborator
Answer: b) Traitor
4. Which sentence uses "representative" correctly?
a) She was elected as the representative for our class.
b) The representative ran very fast.
c) The dog is a good representative of loyalty.
d) The representative jumped over the fence.
Answer: a) She was elected as the representative for our class.
5. Which phrase means that someone is acting on behalf of others?
a) A troublemaker
b) In the spotlight
c) Representative of the people
d) Out of the box
Answer: c) Representative of the people
