ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Impressive

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɪmˈpɹɛsɪv/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Impressive is an adjective meaning Making, or tending to make, a positive impression; having power to impress.

Meaning

Making, or tending to make, a positive impression; having power to impress.

More Meanings

  1. Capable of being impressed.
  2. Appealing.

Example Sentences

an impressive movie
an impressive speech

Synonyms for impressive

Depending on context, synonyms include stupendous, formidable, glorious, staggering, expansive, noble.

Antonyms for impressive

Common opposites include unimpressive.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include telling, effective, efficacious, effectual, glorious, stately.

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