impressiveadjective
uk/ɪmˈpres.ɪv/us/ɪmˈpres.ɪv/B2 If an object or achievement is impressive, you admire or respect it, usually because it is special, important, or very large:
That was an impressive performance from such a young tennis player.
an impressive collection of modern paintings
There are some very impressive buildings in the town.
Opposite
B2 If someone is impressive, you admire or respect that person for their special skills or abilities:
She's a very impressive public speaker.
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- She has an impressive command of the English language.
- The front of the museum is very impressive.
- Her loyalty to the cause is impressive.
- The Giants winning streak remained unbroken for an impressive 19 games.
- The building relies on clever design rather than on ornament for its impressive effect.
Thesaurus: synonyms and related words
Admirable and admired
- admirable
- awe-inspiring
- awesome
- commendable
- credit
- creditable
- favourable
- glorious
- hallowed
- helluva
- laudable
- meritorious
- recognized
- renowned
- respected
- the toast of sth idiom
- time-honoured
- venerable
- worthy
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impressively
adverb uk/ɪmˈpres.ɪv.li/us/ɪmˈpres.ɪv.li/