representative
//ˌrɛprɪˈzɛntətɪv//
Noun
A person chosen or elected to act or speak for others, especially in a legislative assembly or organization.
She was elected as a representative to the national assembly.
A person who works for a company and promotes or sells its products or services.
She works as a sales representative for a pharmaceutical company.
An example or specimen that is typical of a group or class.
This painting is a representative of the Impressionist style.
Synonym
Adjective
Typical of a particular group, category, or type; serving as an example.
This painting is representative of the artist's early work.
Containing or including examples of all or most types in a group; comprehensive.
The survey included a representative sample of the population.
Of or relating to representation or a system of government in which people elect others to act on their behalf.
The United States has a representative democracy where citizens elect officials to make decisions.