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impressive Definition

im·pres·sive (im pres′iv)

adjective

having or tending to have a strong effect on the mind or emotions; eliciting wonder or admiration

impressive Related Forms

im·pres′·sively adverb im·pres′·sive·ness noun

impressive Synonyms

impressive

modif.

  1. Striking

    stirring, moving, inspiring, effective, affecting, telling, eloquent, thrilling, exciting, intense, rousing, well-done, well-organized, dramatic, absorbing, deep, profound, penetrating, convincing, persuasive, powerful, memorable, remarkable, consequential, extraordinary, notable, admirable, awe-inspiring, soul-stirring, awesome, resounding, high-sounding, important, imposing, formidable, momentous, vital, big-time*; see also striking.

    Antonyms dull*, uninteresting*, common. *

  2. Grand

    majestic, noble, stately; see grand 2.

impressive Usage Examples

Modifying Another Word

  • equally: In the vicinity of the third floor, I met the barrel which was now proceeding downward at an equally impressive speed.
  • hugely: They make an amazing noise for just two of them; drummer Patrick Carney is hugely impressive.
  • mightily: Nevertheless these images were a spontaneous response to the passing of a mightily impressive artist.
  • pretty: We were able to arrive at our new home within two hours of landing - a pretty impressive exit.
  • particularly: Particularly impressive was John's daring approach to making.
  • visually: Those visually impressive designs are down to her, too.

Infinitive complement

  • watch: It was quite impressive to watch a one-armed chef at work, if nothing else.
  • see: It was impressive to see the range of artists included from the early days of the scheme up to most recent sets.
  • say: Death in Venice, program number 16, was impressive to say the least.

Modifies a noun

  • array: All told, an impressive array of tempting targets.
  • line-up: Veteran cars and Second World War vehicles also featured in the impressive line-up.
  • debut: A very impressive debut from a band we are going to be hearing much more of.
  • feat: In an impressive feat of archeology, he managed to dig up a song from 4 years previously.
  • sight: The breached dam at the foot of the NW ridge was also an impressive sight, meriting a few photos.
  • portfolio: Of and not lists your tickets property's impressive portfolio in the library.

Used with adjective complement

  • look: Men desired by women looked impressive to other men.
  • seem: I love the city, the people are really friendly, and the University seemed impressive.
  • sound: It all sounds mighty impressive with the usual dazzling Oldfield array of noise and instrumentation.
  • appear: It appears impressive at first, but on closer scrutiny is seen to be radical more for style than for substance.
  • remain: The cliffs reach up to 1,200 meters and even after the dam they remain hugely impressive.