impressive
word
Definition
If something is impressive, it makes you admire it because it is very good, large, skillful, or important. It can describe people, performances, results, places, or achievements.
Usage & Nuances
Common with nouns like 'impressive performance', 'impressive result', 'impressive view', and 'impressive resume'. It is positive and fairly common in both everyday and formal English. Stronger than 'good', but often less emotional than 'amazing'.
Example Sentences
Your test score is very impressive.
basic
She gave an impressive speech at school.
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This building is really impressive.
basic
I knew the team was good, but that last-minute comeback was seriously impressive.
natural
He doesn't talk much, but when he does, people listen—he has an impressive presence.
natural
For someone so new to the job, her progress has been pretty impressive.
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