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memory vs representation

representation vs memory

memory and representation both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
memory Yes No No No
representation Yes No No No
As nouns, representation is a hypernym of memory; that is, representation is a word with a broader meaning than memory:
  • memory: something that is remembered
  • representation: a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image
Other hypernyms of memory include internal representation, mental representation.
memory (noun) representation (noun)
an electronic memory device an activity that stands as an equivalent of something or results in an equivalent
the power of retaining and recalling past experience the act of representing; standing in for someone or some group and speaking with authority in their behalf
the cognitive processes whereby past experience is remembered a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something
something that is remembered the right of being represented by delegates who have a voice in some legislative body
the area of cognitive psychology that studies memory processes a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image
a factual statement made by one party in order to induce another party to enter into a contract
a performance of a play
a statement of facts and reasons made in appealing or protesting
a body of legislators that serve in behalf of some constituency
the state of serving as an official and authorized delegate or agent
Difference between memory and representation

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