Synonyms for

Representatives

Verb / ˌreprʌˈzentʌtɪvz / / ˌreprɪˈzentʌtɪvz / / ˌreprʌˈzenʌtɪvz / / ˌreprɪˈzenʌtɪvz / Another word for representatives — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Representatives are people who are chosen to speak or act for others, especially in a political setting.

Synonyms & similar words

instance spokesperson congressman representative interpreter example illustration congresswoman voice delegates spokespersons agents ambassadors attaches commissioners emissaries envoys deputies legates messengers proxies surrogates advocates champions defenders protectors supporters backers patrons

Synonyms by register

Formal

delegates envoys commissioners proxies agents

Informal

guys people folks team crew

Literary

emissaries mouthpieces heralds

Antonyms

opponents detractors adversaries rivals contraries objectors

Common collocations

  • elected representatives
  • company representatives
  • customer representatives
  • sales representatives
  • student representatives
  • government representatives
  • legal representatives

Word family

noun representative
verb represent
adjective representative
adverb representatively

Usage note

This word often refers to people authorized to act on behalf of others, especially in formal or political contexts. Be mindful of the specific context to choose the most appropriate synonym.

Example sentences

  1. The representatives from each state meet to discuss important issues.
  2. The student council representatives have a meeting every week.
  3. My dad is a union representative and helps negotiate better pay for workers.
  4. The company sent a representative to meet with the potential client.
  5. The team captain is the representative for the players when meeting with the coach.

Quotes

  • "The function of a representative assembly is to express the will of its constituents." - George III
  • "I belong to no organized party; I am a Democrat." - Will Rogers
  • "I hope we once again have reminded people that man is not free unless government is limited." - Ronald Reagan

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