supplement vs represent

represent vs supplement

supplement is a noun but represent is not a noun.

supplement and represent both are verbs.

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

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

supplement: serve as a supplement to
represent: form or compose

Other hypernyms of supplement include be, comprise, constitute, make up.

supplement (noun)	represent (noun)
a supplementary component that improves capability
a quantity added (e.g. to make up for a deficiency)
textual matter that is added onto a publication; usually at the end

supplement (verb)	represent (verb)
add to the very end	to establish a mapping (of mathematical elements or sets)
add as a supplement to what seems insufficient	serve as a means of expressing something
serve as a supplement to	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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