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represent vs capture

capture vs represent

represent is not a noun while capture is a noun.

represent and capture both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
represent No No Yes No
capture Yes No Yes No
As verbs, capture is a hyponym of represent; that is, capture is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than represent:
  • represent: create an image or likeness of
  • capture: succeed in representing or expressing something intangible
represent (noun) capture (noun)
the act of forcibly dispossessing an owner of property
the act of taking of a person by force
the removal of an opponent's piece from the chess board
any process in which an atomic or nuclear system acquires an additional particle
a process whereby a star or planet holds an object in its gravitational field
represent (verb) capture (verb)
to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets) capture as if by hunting, snaring, or trapping
serve as a means of expressing something succeed in catching or seizing, especially after a chase
express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol succeed in representing or expressing something intangible
point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance attract; cause to be enamored
bring forward and present to the mind take possession of by force, as after an invasion
describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality bring about the capture of an elementary particle or celestial body and causing it enter a new orbit
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 represent and capture

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