profile vs represent

represent vs profile

profile is a noun but represent is not a noun.

profile and represent both are verbs.

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

As verbs, represent is a hypernym of profile; that is, represent is a word with a broader meaning than profile:

profile: represent in profile, by drawing or painting
represent: create an image or likeness of

Other hypernyms of profile include interpret.

profile (noun)	represent (noun)
biographical sketch
an analysis (often in graphical form) representing the extent to which something exhibits various characteristics
a vertical section of the Earth's crust showing the different horizons or layers
an outline of something (especially a human face as seen from one side)
degree of exposure to public notice

profile (verb)	represent (verb)
represent in profile, by drawing or painting	to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
write about	serve as a means of expressing something
	express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol
	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

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