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represent vs set

set vs represent

represent is not a noun while set is a noun.

represent is not an adjective while set is an adjective.

represent and set both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
represent No No Yes No
set Yes Yes Yes No
As verbs, set is a hyponym of represent; that is, set is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than represent:
  • represent: perform (a play), especially on a stage
  • set: locate
Other hyponyms of represent include localise, localize, place.
represent (noun) set (noun)
several exercises intended to be done in series
the act of putting something in position
representation consisting of the scenery and other properties used to identify the location of a dramatic production
any electronic equipment that receives or transmits radio or tv signals
(psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way
a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way
the descent of a heavenly body below the horizon
a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used
an unofficial association of people or groups
(mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols
the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization
a unit of play in tennis or squash
represent (adjective) set (adjective)
set down according to a plan
being below the horizon
converted to solid form (as concrete)
fixed and unmoving
(usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed
situated in a particular spot or position
determined or decided upon as by an authority
represent (verb) set (verb)
to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets) arrange attractively
serve as a means of expressing something produce fruit
express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
point out or draw attention to in protest or remonstrance put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state
bring forward and present to the mind set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly
describe or present, usually with respect to a particular quality equip with sails or masts
create an image or likeness of become gelatinous
play a role or part make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
perform (a play), especially on a stage get ready for a particular purpose or event
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 fix conclusively or authoritatively
be representative or typical for estimate
be the defense counsel for someone in a trial decide upon or fix definitely
form or compose establish as the highest level or best performance
be typical of urge to attack someone
take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to put into a certain place or abstract location
fix in a border
give a fine, sharp edge to a knife or razor
insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink)
put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground
put into a position that will restore a normal state
adapt for performance in a different way
locate
set in type
apply or start
disappear beyond the horizon
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