Definition & Meaning of "Impress"

Impress

/ɪmpɹˈɛs/

/ˈɪmˌpɹɛs/, /ˌɪmˈpɹɛs/

to have a positive impact on someone

to make someone admire and respect one

produce or try to produce a vivid impression of

mark or stamp with or as if with pressure

dye (fabric) before it is spun

take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship

reproduce by printing

the act of coercing someone into government service

Example

The routine impressed the judges at the dance competition with its choreographic innovation.

The discovered talent of the young artist impressed the gallery visitors.

The breathtaking performance of the dancers impressed the audience.

John's Medical College Admission Test score impressed medical school admissions.

The politician's candid answers to tough questions during the debate impressed many viewers.

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