Synonyms for represent

Other words for “represent”, grouped by meaning.

We found 18 synonyms for “represent”. The most common are stand for, correspond, typify, symbolize, symbolise.

verb take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to

verb express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol

verb be characteristic of

Synonymsexemplify

verb form or compose

verb be the defense counsel for someone in a trial

Synonymsdefend

verb create an image or likeness of

Synonymsinterpret

verb play a role or part

Synonymsactplay

verb perform (a play), especially on a stage

Synonymsstagepresent

verb bring forward and present to the mind

verb to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)

Synonymsmap

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University