26984 words

impressing

3 definitions • 6 examples
1
to cause someone to admire or respect you:

Examples:

be impressed with I remember when I was a child being very impressed with how many toys she had.
be impressed by Your mother was clearly not impressed by our behaviour in the restaurant.
impress someone with something He tried to impress me with his extensive knowledge of wine.
2
to cause someone to feel admiration or respect:

Examples:

She impressed us with her sincerity.
3
If you impress something on someone, you cause them to understand its importance or value:

Examples:

He always impressed on us the need to do our best.

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