Representable: meaning, definitions and examples

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representable

 

[ ˌrɛprɪˈzɛntəbəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

mathematics

Capable of being represented or expressed in a particular way, especially by a mathematical or symbolic notation.

Synonyms

depictable, expressible, portrayable.

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Word Description / Examples
representable

This is a duplicate of the first entry. Please refer to the first instance.

expressible

Best for situations where something can be conveyed through words, emotions, or other forms of communication.

  • Her happiness was barely expressible in words
  • The complex theory was not easily expressible to the general audience
depictable

Used when referring to something that can be illustrated or described in a detailed, often visual way.

  • The ancient battle scenes were carefully depicted on the walls of the museum
  • The story's vivid settings are easily depictable in a movie
portrayable

Related to the ability to represent something, particularly in acting or characterizations in literature or visual media.

  • The character’s inner turmoil was fully portrayable by the talented actor
  • The emotions of the novel's protagonist were easily portrayable on screen

Examples of usage

  • Is every rational number representable as a fraction?
  • In binary code, every number is representable as a combination of 0s and 1s.
Context #2 | Adjective

politics

Able to act or speak on behalf of someone or something, typically by being elected or appointed.

Synonyms

authorized, delegated, empowered.

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representable

This word is used when something can be shown or depicted. It is more commonly used in technical or theoretical contexts.

  • The mathematical function is representable on the graph.
  • His ideas are representable through visual art.
delegated

This word is used when someone is given a task or responsibility by a higher authority. It is often used in organizational and professional settings.

  • The manager delegated the task to her assistant.
  • He delegated his responsibilities during his vacation time.
authorized

This word is used when someone has official permission or power to do something. It is frequently used in legal, official, or formal contexts.

  • She is authorized to sign documents on behalf of the company.
  • Only authorized personnel may access this area.
empowered

This word is used when someone is given the power or confidence to do something. It is commonly used in motivational, social, and psychological contexts.

  • She felt empowered by her success and continued to pursue her goals.
  • The training program aims to empower employees.

Examples of usage

  • The ambassador is the most representable figure of the country.
  • She is the most representable candidate for the position.

Translations

Translations of the word "representable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 representável

🇮🇳 प्रस्तुत करने योग्य

🇩🇪 darstellbar

🇮🇩 terwakili

🇺🇦 представний

🇵🇱 reprezentowalny

🇯🇵 表現可能な

🇫🇷 représentable

🇪🇸 representable

🇹🇷 temsil edilebilir

🇰🇷 표현 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل للتمثيل

🇨🇿 zobrazitelný

🇸🇰 zobraziteľný

🇨🇳 可表示

🇸🇮 predstavljiv

🇮🇸 táknanlegur

🇰🇿 көрсетуге болатын

🇬🇪 წარმოსადგენი

🇦🇿 nümayiş etdirilə bilən

🇲🇽 representable

Etymology

The word 'representable' originates from the Latin word 'repraesentare', which means 'to present, show, or exhibit'. The term has been used in various fields, such as mathematics, politics, and arts, to describe the ability to be represented or expressed in a specific manner. The concept of representability plays a significant role in mathematical theories, diplomatic relations, and artistic representations.

See also: misrepresent, represent, representation, representational, representationalism, representations, representative, representativeness, representatives, representing.