impressive

Word parts

impress + -ive

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ɪmˈprɛsɪv/

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• Hyphenation: im‧press‧ive

Adjective

Positive impressive

Comparative more impressive

Superlative most impressive

1. If something is impressive, it makes a positive impression or is able to impress someone.
   • Antonym: unimpressive