March 24, 2026

impressive

/ɪmˈpɹɛsɪv/adjective

Causing admiration; having a strong positive effect on people.

Example sentence

“The young gymnast gave an impressive performance.”

A safe, all-purpose compliment. For stronger praise, 'remarkable' or 'astonishing' raise the temperature.

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Related words

impromptuA piece of music, speech, or other creation produced on the spur of the moment, without any preparation.imposingTo use authority to make people accept a rule, charge, or burden.improviseTo create or perform something on the spot, relying on instinct and imagination instead of a prepared plan.imposeTo put a rule, tax, or duty in place using official power.