/ɪmˈpresɪv/
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Meaning
So good, big, or skilful that people admire it.
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Word origin
From the verb impress, which comes from Latin imprimere meaning to press into, as if something admired presses itself into your mind.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- imprimere
- English cognates
- impress, print
Examples
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Something impressive makes you stop and admire it.
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An impressive performance shows great skill.
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We often say impressive about results that are better than expected.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 24, lesson 4: impressive, crown, identity and 7 more words.