imposing
Translation
imposing, impressive, grand, stately
Examples
The castle was an imposing building.
The castle was an imposing building.
Grammar Patterns
((an imposing)) ((noun)) an impressive (noun) The castle was an imposing building.
Similar Words
Synonyms: impressive, grand, magnificent; Antonyms: unimpressive, modest
Etymology
From the verb 'impose'. The adjectival sense developed to mean something that 'imposes' itself on your senses due to its size or grandeur.
Memory Tips
Imagine a building so large it 'imposes' its presence on you. It's impossible to ignore.