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constitute vs represent

represent vs constitute

constitute and represent both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
constitute No No Yes No
represent No No Yes No
As verbs, constitute and represent are synonyms defined as:
  • constitute and represent: form or compose
Other synonyms of constitute include be, comprise, make up.
As verbs, represent is a hypernym of constitute; that is, represent is a word with a broader meaning than constitute:
  • constitute: to compose or represent
  • represent: form or compose
Other hypernyms of constitute include be, comprise, constitute, make up.
constitute (verb) represent (verb)
set up or lay the groundwork for to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
create and charge with a task or function serve as a means of expressing something
form or compose express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol
to compose or represent point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance
bring forward and present to the mind
describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality
create an image or likeness of
play a role or part
perform (a play), especially on a stage
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
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
Difference between constitute and represent

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