impression
Translation
impression, imitation
Examples
He made a good first impression.
He made a good first impression.
The book left a lasting impression on me.
The book left a lasting impression on me.
She does a great impression of the president.
She does a great impression of the president.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to get the impression that (sth.) I got the impression that he was tired.
((of sb.)) to do an impression of (sb.) He does a good impression of his boss.
Similar Words
Synonyms: feeling, idea, effect, imitation
Etymology
From Latin 'impressio' (a pressing upon), from 'imprimere' (to press into).
Memory Tips
Think of something 'pressing' on your mind, leaving a mark or 'impression'. Also, an actor 'pressing' themselves into the shape of another person for an imitation.