impressive
Translation
impressive, striking, grand
Examples
The view from the top was impressive.
The view from the top was impressive.
He gave an impressive performance.
He gave an impressive performance.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is impressive to be admired because it is very good, large, or skillful The view is impressive.
an impressive ((noun)) an impressive thing It was an impressive achievement.
Similar Words
Synonyms: striking, remarkable; Antonyms: unimpressive, ordinary
Etymology
From Latin 'im-' (in) + 'premere' (to press). It 'presses' upon the mind or senses.
Memory Tips
Think of something that 'presses' itself 'in'to your memory because it's so remarkable.