representation

noun

Definition of representationnext
as in depiction
a visual design intended to look like someone or something The cave was painted with representations of horses and bison.

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Recent Examples of representation Anyone who’s seen The Rehearsal knows Nathan Fielder is an unusually self-insertive documentarian, one willing to use atypical methods to present a truthful representation of his subject. — Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2026 The bar for authentic Jewish representation on television isn’t particularly high, but Season 3 manages to raise it. — Yael Buechler, Sun Sentinel, 22 Oct. 2026 This year, campaigners are pushing for greater political representation in parliament to address long-term grievances and potentially shape the next government coalition. — Ilan Ben Zion, Christian Science Monitor, 21 Oct. 2026 Vivian Jenna Wilson, the model and estranged daughter of Elon Musk, has signed with Echo Lake Entertainment for representation in all areas. — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for representation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for representation
  1. depiction
  2. portrait
  3. image
  4. drawing
  5. picture
  6. illustration
  7. photograph
Noun
  • Labeled by the press as a farmer and his wife, the depiction of the couple found detractors in both Iowans and art critics.
    — Kelly Presutti, ARTnews.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • So the ability for people to make visual depictions and reach towards cinematic success became more palpable or more accessible.
    — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of depiction
Noun
  • The orchestra paints a colorful musical portrait for the choreography.
    — Libby Smith, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Around the same time, Rivera painted a full-body portrait of Pan dancing, and Pan hung the painting in the parlor of his house.
    — David Hajdu, Vanity Fair, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of portrait
Noun
  • Aljafari is recognized for his distinctive cinematic practice exploring memory, history, identity and the politics of images.
    — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Rather than embrace the provocative image associated with some of her early roles, Portman maintained a more reserved public image.
    — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of image
Noun
  • That isn’t unusual for someone who draws and paints every day — but this latest dirt is real, dug from the ground in Yorkshire and Warwickshire, England, and used as the medium for her drawings of trees and landscapes.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026
  • While Schwartz retells classic folklore tales with humor and goosebumps in equal measure, Gammell’s powerful drawings nudge children wordlessly toward the ghoulish.
    — Liz Rosenberg, The Conversation, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of drawing
Noun
  • As the Chicago meningococcal outbreak illustrates, health officials need a complete picture to protect people from disease and other threats.
    — Julie Morita, Time, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Indeed, Raad is best known for his own method of fabulation, marrying stories and pictures, imaginations and histories.
    — Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of picture
Noun
  • IllustratorMagic generates the text, illustrations, and page layouts, producing a complete book rather than separate images that require manual assembly.
    — StackCommerce Team, PC Magazine, 25 Oct. 2026
  • An illustration shows the life-size bronze sculpture of dueling film critics Gene Siskel, left, and Roger Ebert that will soon be unveiled at the One Two Pru office complex near Millennium Park and The Magnificent Mile.
    — Brian J. Rogal, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of illustration
Noun
  • Officials ask people to provide clear, close-up photographs with an object for scale, such as a pencil.
    — Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Its design also features family photographs, pizza-pan-inspired decor and reference to the Malnati family’s legacy and Chicago roots.
    — Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of photograph

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