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UK/["/ɪmˈpres/","/ɪmˈpresɪz/","/ɪmˈprest/","/ɪmˈpresɪŋ/"]/US/["/ɪmˈpres/","/ɪmˈpresɪz/","/ɪmˈprest/","/ɪmˈpresɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Impress

In simple words: To make someone feel admiration or respect.

Impress in a sentence

  • She always tries to impress her friends with her cooking skills.
  • The magician was able to impress the audience with his tricks.
  • He plans to impress the interviewers during his job interview.
  • The beautiful scenery of the mountains can truly impress anyone who visits.
  • To impress upon students the importance of reading, the teacher organized a book fair.

How to use Impress

Use 'impress' when you want to express that someone has made a positive impact on another person's feelings. It's appropriate in both casual and professional contexts.

Grammar pattern

impress + object

Memory hint

Think of 'impress' as 'I'm pressed to impress you' — like trying hard to make a good showing.

Related words

Collocations with Impress

  • really
  • be determined to
  • be keen to
  • hope to
  • with
  • an attempt to impress somebody
  • an effort to impress somebody
  • be easily impressed

Synonyms for Impress

  • inspire
  • awe
  • enthrall
  • captivate
  • astonish

Opposites of Impress

Common mistakes with Impress

  • Confused with 'press' — remember 'impress' involves making a positive impression.
  • Using 'impress' without an object — it's not used alone.
  • Overusing in casual settings — can sound pretentious if used too often.

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Frequently asked questions about Impress

What does Impress mean?

To make someone feel admiration or respect.

What is the definition of Impress?

if a person or thing impresses you, you admire them or it

How do you use Impress in a sentence?

She always tries to impress her friends with her cooking skills.

Can you give another example of Impress?

The magician was able to impress the audience with his tricks.

What are synonyms for Impress?

Common alternatives include inspire, awe, enthrall, captivate, astonish.

What is the opposite of Impress?

Opposite meanings include disappoint, bore, dissatisfy.

What words go with Impress?

It commonly pairs with really, be determined to, be keen to, hope to, with, an attempt to impress somebody, an effort to impress somebody, be easily impressed.

What are common mistakes when using Impress?

Confused with 'press' — remember 'impress' involves making a positive impression. Using 'impress' without an object — it's not used alone. Overusing in casual settings — can sound pretentious if used too often.

How do you pronounce Impress?

US: /["/ɪmˈpres/","/ɪmˈpresɪz/","/ɪmˈprest/","/ɪmˈpresɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪmˈpres/","/ɪmˈpresɪz/","/ɪmˈprest/","/ɪmˈpresɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Impress?

Use 'impress' when you want to express that someone has made a positive impact on another person's feelings. It's appropriate in both casual and professional contexts.

What CEFR level is Impress?

"Impress" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.