stand for vs represent

stand for and represent both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
stand for	No	No	Yes	No
represent	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, stand for and represent are synonyms defined as:

stand for and represent: express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol

Other synonyms of stand for include symbolise, symbolize, typify.

As verbs, stand for and represent are synonyms defined as:

stand for and represent: take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to

Other synonyms of stand for include correspond.

stand for (verb)	represent (verb)
tolerate or bear	to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
denote or connote	serve as a means of expressing something
express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol	express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol
take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to	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