impressed — feeling admiration or respect for someone or something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: feeling admiration or respect for someone or something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪmˈprest/
Example Sentences
- The teacher was impressed that the student remembered to bring snacks but forgot to bring homework.
- She was impressed by his cooking skills until she realized he just ordered takeout.
- The investors were impressed with the startup's innovative approach to solving urban transportation problems.
impressed
ADJECTIVE[/ɪmˈprest/]
feeling admiration or respect for someone or something
The judges looked deeply impressed by the young pianist's stunning performance.
From feeling stressed to truly blessed and impressed!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin imprimere, composed of in- (into) and premere (to press or push). The word evolved to describe making a strong mark or effect on the mind, as if pressing something deeply into consciousness.
Breakdown
im- (into) + press (push, stamp, from Latin premere) + -ed (past participle suffix indicating completed action).
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📝Examples
“The teacher was impressed that the student remembered to bring snacks but forgot to bring homework.”
“She was impressed by his cooking skills until she realized he just ordered takeout.”
“The investors were impressed with the startup's innovative approach to solving urban transportation problems.”
“I'm always impressed by how my cat can sleep 20 hours a day and still look tired.”
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