1. people chosen or elected to act or speak for others
Usage: plural of representative
2. members of the House of Representatives in Congress
Usage: political; often capitalized when referring to specific legislators
3. people who serve as typical examples of a group or class

Examples

• The union sent three representatives to negotiate with management.
• Representatives from each department attended the meeting.
• She contacted her state representatives about the new legislation.
• The House of Representatives voted on the budget proposal.
• These paintings are good representatives of the artist’s early work.
• Company representatives will be available to answer questions.
• Student representatives sit on the school board.