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express vs represent

represent vs express

express is a noun but represent is not a noun.

express is an adjective but represent is not an adjective.

express and represent both are verbs.

express is an adverb but represent is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
express Yes Yes Yes Yes
represent No No Yes No
As verbs, represent is a hyponym of express; that is, represent is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than express:
  • express: articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise
  • represent: serve as a means of expressing something
Other hyponyms of express include blaspheme, curse, cuss, imprecate, swear, wish, call out, cry, cry out, exclaim, outcry, shout, clamor, clamour, shout out, vociferate, marvel, voice, raise, breathe, drop, pour out, get off, platitudinize, say, say, state, tell, pooh-pooh, hurl, throw, hate.
express (noun) represent (noun)
rapid transport of goods
public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops
mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system
express (adjective) represent (adjective)
not tacit or implied
without unnecessary stops
express (verb) represent (verb)
articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
give expression to serve as a means of expressing something
serve as a means for expressing something express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol
indicate through a symbol, formula, etc. point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance
send by rapid transport or special messenger service bring forward and present to the mind
obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality
manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait) 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
express (adverb) represent (adverb)
by express
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