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represent vs comprise

comprise vs represent

represent and comprise both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
represent No No Yes No
comprise No No Yes No
As verbs, represent and comprise are synonyms defined as:
  • represent and comprise: form or compose
Other synonyms of represent include be, constitute, make up.
represent (verb) comprise (verb)
to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets) include or contain; have as a component
serve as a means of expressing something be composed of
express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol form or compose
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 represent and comprise

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