Represented
/ˌrɛprɪˈzɛntɪd/noun
Shown, depicted, symbolized, or acted as a delegate for someone or something.
Did you know?The Latin ancestor of “represent” meant “to make present,” linking representation to the old idea that an image, word, or delegate could bring something into symbolic presence.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*h₁es-
“To be or exist; the ancient root behind forms of “is” and “essence”.”
Classical Latin
Latin
praesens
“Present, being before or in front of someone; literally connected with being present.”
Classical Latin
Latin
repraesentāre
“To make present, show, exhibit, or portray; formed with re- and praesens.”
Medieval Latin
Latin
repraesentare
“To portray, embody, or act in place of another.”
14th Century
Old French
representer
“To depict, portray, or stand for someone or something.”
15th Century
English
represent
“To portray, describe, or serve as a delegate.”
Modern English
English
represented
“The past tense and past participle of “represent”: shown, symbolized, or acted for another.”