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

Derived Forms

• imˈpressiveness, noun
• imˈpressively, adverb

Other Words From

• im·pressive·ly adverb
• im·pressive·ness noun
• preim·pressive adjective
• unim·pressive adjective
• unim·pressive·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of impressive¹

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

Example Sentences

May had Tommy John surgery five starts into his 2021 season, scuttling his impressive start.

From Los Angeles Times

The Envelope checks in with four actors who have showcased impressive potential — and a sense of fun — in this year’s awards contenders.

From Los Angeles Times

Mind you, Everton's home form is hardly impressive either.

From BBC

United will have some defending to do because Sammie Szmodics is lively up front and Liam Delap is a handful too - his stats for goal involvements, including assists, is really impressive.

From BBC

The resulting solar cell achieved an impressive 26.3% efficiency, which means it successfully converted 26.3% of absorbed sunlight into electricity.

From Science Daily

Related Words

• dramatic
• exciting
• extraordinary
• important
• imposing
• intense
• massive
• monumental
• notable
• profound
• remarkable
• splendid
• superb
• thrilling