representative vs say

representative

noun
  • One who speaks for or acts on behalf of another in a particular (especially official) capacity. 

  • Someone who represents others as a member of a legislative or governing body. 

  • An heir. 

  • A member of a particular class. 

  • Something representing or standing for another; a symbol, an embodiment. 

  • A substitute or analogue. 

  • A company agent who visits potential purchasers; a salesman. 

  • Something (especially a living organism) regarded as typical of its class; a type. 

  • Specifically, a member of the United States House of Representatives. 

adj
  • Representing, showing a likeness. 

  • Typical; having the same properties or interest as a larger group. 

say

noun
  • A chance to speak; the right or power to influence or make a decision. 

  • Tried quality; temper; proof. 

  • Essay; trial; attempt. 

  • Trial by sample; assay; specimen. 

  • A strainer for milk. 

intj
  • Used to gain someone's attention before making an inquiry or suggestion 

adv
  • Pick a color you think they'd like, say, peach. 

  • For example; let us assume. 

verb
  • Suppose, assume; used to mark an example, supposition or hypothesis. 

  • To tell, either verbally or in writing. 

  • To indicate in a written form. 

  • To have a common expression; used in singular passive voice or plural active voice to indicate a rumor or well-known fact. 

  • To recite. 

  • To pronounce. 

  • To try; to assay. 

  • To bet as a wager on an outcome; by extension, used to express belief in an outcome by the speaker. 

  • To speak; to express an opinion; to make answer; to reply. 

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