B1adjectiveemotionsarts
US/ɪmˈpres.ɪv/
UK/ɪmˈpres.ɪv/
so good, big or skillful that you admire it
In context
Her English improved at an impressive speed after a year abroad.
The new airport terminal is very impressive, but it's far from the city.
He has an impressive record of winning tough cases.
Words that go with impressive
adjective + noun
- impressive resultsThe new method gave impressive results.
- impressive achievementFinishing a marathon is an impressive achievement.
- impressive recordThe team has an impressive record this season.
- impressive viewThe hotel room has an impressive view of the bay.
adverb + adjective
- very impressiveYour presentation was very impressive.
- particularly impressiveThe food was good, but the view was particularly impressive.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I was very impressive by his speech.Correct: I was very impressed by his speech.