B1adjective 2K

Impressive

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪmˈpresɪv/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪmˈpresɪv/"]/

Meaning of Impressive

making you admire them, because they are very large, good, skilful, etc.

In simple words: Something that makes you feel admiration or respect.

Impressive in a sentence

• The magician's tricks were truly impressive and left everyone in awe.
• Her presentation was so impressive that she received a standing ovation.
• The view from the mountain top was nothing short of impressive.
• He has an impressive collection of vintage vinyl records that many admire.
• The architecture of the ancient temple is impressive and tells a rich history.

How to use Impressive

Use 'impressive' to describe something that stands out or makes a strong positive impact. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but may sound less natural in casual settings where simpler words might work better.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'impress' and add 'ive' – something that impresses you!

Related words

Collocations with Impressive

• be
• look
• seem
• extremely
• fairly
• very

Synonyms for Impressive

• remarkable
• extraordinary
• stunning
• striking
• awesome

Opposites of Impressive

• unimpressive
• ordinary
• unremarkable

Common mistakes with Impressive

• Confusing with 'impressing' which is a verb form.
• Using it in a negative context mistakenly.
• Incorrectly placing it before the noun without an article.

Frequently asked questions about Impressive

What does Impressive mean?

Something that makes you feel admiration or respect.

What is the definition of Impressive?

making you admire them, because they are very large, good, skilful, etc.

How do you use Impressive in a sentence?

The magician's tricks were truly impressive and left everyone in awe.

Can you give another example of Impressive?

Her presentation was so impressive that she received a standing ovation.

What are synonyms for Impressive?

Common alternatives include remarkable, extraordinary, stunning, striking, awesome.

What is the opposite of Impressive?

Opposite meanings include unimpressive, ordinary, unremarkable.

What words go with Impressive?

It commonly pairs with be, look, seem, extremely, fairly, very.

What are common mistakes when using Impressive?

Confusing with 'impressing' which is a verb form. Using it in a negative context mistakenly. Incorrectly placing it before the noun without an article.

How do you pronounce Impressive?

US: /["/ɪmˈpresɪv/"]/, UK: /["/ɪmˈpresɪv/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Impressive?

Use 'impressive' to describe something that stands out or makes a strong positive impact. It's appropriate in both spoken and written contexts, but may sound less natural in casual settings where simpler words might work better.

What CEFR level is Impressive?

"Impressive" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.