The word nonrepresentational refers to something that is not depicting or representing any particular thing, idea or object. Its antonyms, or words which express the opposite meaning, include representational, realistic, imagery or figurative. Representational art or design focuses on the accurate portrayal or depiction of things, people or scenes, while realistic denotes something which reflects the real world or closely resembles it. Imagery and figurative both refer to art or language that utilizes imaginative expressions, symbols or metaphors which represent or allude to a particular subject or idea. Understanding the antonyms of nonrepresentational can help in identifying and describing different styles of artwork, design or language.