Definition

To cover or seal something with a thick substance, like paste, or to apply paint in thick layers.

Example

The artist decided to impaste the canvas with vibrant colors to create texture.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I saw this amazing painting technique where you impaste the colors.

That sounds interesting! How does it work?

You basically apply thick layers of paint to give it texture.

I would love to try that; it must look incredible in person.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Impaste → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "paste" (from Latin "pasta", meaning dough or paste). The word refers to something that is not in a paste form, often used in culinary contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'not' ('in-') in a 'paste' form — that's what impaste means.

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