| 单词 | imposing |
| 释义 | imposing (once / 532 pages) adj Imposing is an adjective reserved for those things that are impressive in the sense that they are large or serious, as in the US Capitol Building or even, say, a professional wrestler. When you look at the word imposing you see the word pose, which is useful in remembering what it means. A person who is imposing might strike a pose because they feel they have a lot to show. In fact, imposing is derived from the French verb imposer, which means "to inflict." Its French roots may inspire you to envision the enormous and expensive wigs worn by members of the French court. The larger the wig, the more imposing it was. And all the more reason to strike a pose! WORD FAMILYimposing: imposingly, unimposing+/impose: imposed, imposes, imposing, imposition, reimpose, superimpose/imposed: self-imposed/imposition: impositions/reimpose: reimposed, reimposes, reimposing, reimposition/superimpose: superimposed, superimposes, superimposing USAGE EXAMPLESThey say all potential revenue increases should be on the table, including raising the gas tax and imposing tolls. Washington Times(Jan 03, 2017) Darnold is more physically imposing, but both share a similar style, using their legs to extend plays until a receiver pops open. Los Angeles Times(Jan 02, 2017) In “Vision,” he adopts a slower, more deliberate tempo and constructs a weighty, imposing structure that builds in intensity. Washington Post(Dec 29, 2016) 1adj used of a person's appearance or behavior; befitting an eminent person the monarch's imposing presence Syn distinguished, grand, magisterial dignified having or expressing dignity; especially formality or stateliness in bearing or appearance 2adj impressive in appearance an imposing residence Syn baronial, noble, stately impressive making a strong or vivid impression |
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