impressed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪmˈprɛst/
KK: /ɪmˈprɛst/
adjective
Definition
Strongly affected by something, often in a positive way, such as feeling admiration or respect.
Example
I was really impressed by her performance in the play.
Conversation
I was really impressed by your presentation today!
Thanks! I put a lot of effort into it.
It definitely showed; your confidence was great.
I appreciate that! It means a lot to hear you say that.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
moved
touched
awed
Antonyms
unimpressed
indifferent
displeased
verb
Definition
To have a strong effect on someone, making them feel admiration or respect.
Example
She was impressed by his talent in painting.
Tense Forms
Past: impressed
Past Participle: impressed
Conversation
I was really impressed by your presentation today!
Thanks! I worked hard on it and wanted to make it engaging.
You definitely succeeded; everyone seemed to enjoy it.
Root Explanation
Impressed → It is formed from "im-" (meaning in or into) and "press" (from Latin "premere", meaning to press). The word "impressed" means to have been pressed into or marked by something, often used in the context of leaving a strong effect or mark on someone or something.
Memory Tip
Think of something being 'pressed into' a surface ('im-') — that's why when you are impressed, it feels like something has made a strong mark on you.
Visually Confused Words
unimpressed
subimpressed
compressed
foreimpressed