representation

/ˌɹɛp.ɹə.zɛnˈteɪ.ʃən/noun
Middle School
1

That which represents something else.

2

The act of representing.

3

The appearance(s) of a particular demographic group in a piece of media, particularly in regards to how such appearances are treated.

4

The lawyers and staff who argue on behalf of another in court.

5

The ability to elect a representative to speak on one's behalf in government; the role of this representative in government.

6

An action of some algebraic structure (typically a group or algebra, particularly a Lie algebra) on a vector space, such that each element acts by a linear endomorphism.

7

A figure, image or idea that substitutes reality.

8

A theatrical performance.

9

A statement; a presentation of opinion or position, or an utterance made to influence the opinions or actions of others

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Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing