cast vs represent

cast is a noun but represent is not a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
cast	Yes	No	Yes	No
represent	No	No	Yes	No

cast (noun)	represent (noun)
the act of throwing dice
the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel
a violent throw
object formed by a mold
bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal
container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens
the visual appearance of something or someone
the actors in a play
the distinctive form in which a thing is made

cast (verb)	represent (verb)
eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth	to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
formulate in a particular style or language	serve as a means of expressing something
choose at random	express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol
throw forcefully	point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance
to remove	bring forward and present to the mind
form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold	describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality
select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet	create an image or likeness of
put or send forth	play a role or part
move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment	perform (a play), especially on a stage
deposit	be a delegate or spokesperson for; represent somebody's interest or be a proxy or substitute for, as of politicians and office holders representing their constituents, or of a tenant representing other tenants in a housing dispute
assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors	be representative or typical for
	be the defense counsel for someone in a trial
	form or compose
	be typical of
	take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to