representative

adjective B2

Meaning

The term "representative" describes something that serves as a typical example or a delegate of a larger group or category.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "representative" (adjective) with "representative" (noun); ensure the context is clear.

Example Sentences

Is this data representative of the entire population ?
She is the representative leader of our student group this year .
The representative sample accurately reflects the population's characteristics .
The representative sample shows the opinions of the entire group .

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