impressed

B2
Pronunciation
/ɪmˈpɹɛst/
Verb
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

To affect (someone) strongly and often favourably.

Example Sentences
  • You impressed me with your command of Urdu.
2 Definition

To make an impression, to be impressive.

Example Sentences
  • Henderson impressed in his first game as captain.
3 Definition

To produce a vivid impression of (something).

Example Sentences
  • That first view of the Eiger impressed itself on my mind.
4 Definition

To mark or stamp (something) using pressure.

Example Sentences
  • We impressed our footprints in the wet cement.
5 Definition

To produce (a mark, stamp, image, etc.); to imprint (a mark or figure upon something).

6 Definition

To fix deeply in the mind; to present forcibly to the attention, etc.; to imprint; to inculcate.

7 Definition

To compel (someone) to serve in a military force.

Example Sentences
  • The press gang used to impress people into the Navy.
8 Definition

To seize or confiscate (property) by force.

Example Sentences
  • The liner was impressed as a troop carrier.
Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Strongly affected, especially favourably

2 Definition

Stamped, under pressure

3 Definition

Compelled to serve in a military force

4 Definition

Confiscated by force or authority