impression synonyms

impression

n.

  1. An imprint

    print, footprint, fingerprint, dent, mold, indentation, depression, impress, mark, cast, form, track, spoor, pattern, matrix; see also mark 1.

  2. An effect

    response, consequence, reaction; see impact 2, result.

  3. A notion based on scanty evidence

    theory, conjecture, supposition, idea; see guess, hypothesis, opinion 1. See syn. study at idea.

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