Representative ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Representative ( adjective )

Standing or acting for another person or group of people, especially by deputizing for them in an official capacity.

Origin:

Late middle english (also in the sense "typical"): from late latin representative, from representare (see represent).

Examples:

1. The ambassador is the representative of his country.
2. He is the representative of the company in the negotiations.
3. She was elected as the representative of her district.
4. The representative of the charity spoke about the organization's mission.
5. The representative of the union discussed the latest contract offer with the management.

(As a noun)

Representative ( noun )

Standing or acting for another person or group of people, especially by deputizing for them in an official capacity.

Origin:

Late middle english (also in the sense "typical"): from late latin representative, from representare (see represent).

Examples:

1. The ambassador is the representative of his country.
2. He is the representative of the company in the negotiations.
3. She was elected as the representative of her district.
4. The representative of the charity spoke about the organization's mission.
5. The representative of the union discussed the latest contract offer with the management.