representative

Definition

  • adjective: typical of a particular group of people or of a particular thing
  • adjective: serving to 'represent'
  • synonyms: typical, deputy, rep

Examples

  • The students chosen for the survey are a fairly 'representative' sample/sampling of college students from across the U.S.

  • The paintings are 'representative' of English art in the early 19th century.

  • The bill was introduced by 'Representative' Smith.

Movie quotes

  • (..) ...since its inception. On Christmas Eve night, we and our guests... ...gather in the Great Hall... ...for a night of well-mannered frivolity. As representatives of the host school... ...I expect each and every one of you to put your best foot forward. And I mean this literally, because... (..)
    2005 Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire