impressive

[im-pres-iv]

adjective

1. having the ability to impress the mind; arousing admiration, awe, respect, etc.; moving; admirable.

   an impressive ceremony; an impressive appearance.

   Synonyms: awesome, imposing

impressive

/ ɪmˈprɛsɪv /

adjective

1. capable of impressing, esp by size, magnificence, etc; awe-inspiring; commanding

Other Word Forms

• impressiveness noun
• impressively adverb
• preimpressive adjective
• unimpressive adjective
• unimpressively adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of impressive¹

First recorded in 1585–95; impress ¹ + -ive

Example Sentences

He's clearly an impressive coach, having worked at Bayern Munich and with the German national team.

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The Racing Bulls rookie, who has enjoyed an impressive debut season, quashed suggestions he might make the switch before the end of this year as replacement for Yuki Tsunoda.

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That move followed a steady decline in the share price as investors took note of Gucci’s travails, and even as Kering’s other brands showed impressive growth.

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But they certainly grew into the game and the system and in the second half their high-pressing football was particularly impressive.

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“But the focus will be on another quarter of impressive backlog growth in gas equipment.”

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Related Words

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• exciting 
• extraordinary 
• important 
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• massive 
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• notable 
• profound 
• remarkable 
• splendid 
• superb 
• thrilling