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impressive

adj.
B1 Intermediate Oxford US //ˌɪmˈpɹɛsɪv// UK //ɪmpɹˈɛsɪv// im·pres·sive General-service

adj. making you feel admiration because something is very large, good, or shows great skill. You use this to describe things that are better than average.

adj. evoking admiration through size, quality, or skill. Often used to describe achievements or physical attributes that exceed standard expectations.


SIMPLE

The view from the top of the mountain is truly impressive.

CONTEXTUAL

The young candidate has an impressive resume that includes three internships and fluency in four languages.

COMPLEX

The architect's latest design is an impressive fusion of sustainable technology and classical aesthetics, proving that modern efficiency need not sacrifice visual grandeur.

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Origin

impress + -ive

Usage

Typically functions as an attributive adjective before a noun or a predicative adjective after a linking verb.

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