impressive
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- impressively adverb
- impressiveness noun
- preimpressive adjective
- unimpressive adjective
- unimpressively adverb
Etymology
Origin of impressive
Example Sentences
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Despite an impressive 59 break from Wu, Hawkins edged a thrilling ninth frame to regain the lead, and the 46-year-old completed the job efficiently to book his place in Sunday's final.
From BBC
It was an impressive way to launch his Kiss All The Time, Disco Occasionally era - which promises a much clubbier sound than his previous work.
From BBC
Now, while Haaland's impressive haul of 29 goals for the campaign still leads the way, Semenyo - and others - are silencing those who feared City were too reliant on the Norwegian's goals.
From BBC
AI leaders have called technical reports released by the labs impressive, which signals that they have developed some “fundamental capabilities.”
From MarketWatch
It tends to look its most impressive when closest to the horizon at moonrise which occurs at different times across the UK, including:
From BBC
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