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impression

Pronunciation: [ɪmˈprɛʃən]

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Learn how to use impression in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “perception”

(noun) a way that someone feels or thinks about something based on what they see or experience. It's like the feeling you get when you meet someone new or see something for the first time.

Example

She made a great impression on her teacher by being very polite and helpful.

Example

He didn't leave a good impression because he was rude during the meeting.

Example

What was your first impression of the movie?

Context: “art”

(noun) the effect that a piece of art or design has on someone. This could be the feeling or idea a painting makes you think of, even if it's very different from what the artist intended.

Example

The impression the painting left on the viewers was strong and memorable.

Example

The artwork failed to make an impression on the audience; they seemed uninterested.

Example

What kind of impression did the sculpture give you?

Context: “mimicry”

(noun) a copy or imitation of someone’s voice or behavior for fun. It’s like pretending to be someone else in a funny way.

Example

His impression of the teacher made everyone laugh a lot.

Example

Her impression of the movie character was so bad that no one could tell who she was trying to mimic.

Example

Can you show me your best impression of a cartoon character?

How to pronounce impression

Pronunciation: [ɪmˈprɛʃən]

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