impression
impression Lexical Profile
impression Game Scores & Validity
• noun
An idea, feeling, or opinion about something or someone, especially one formed without conscious thought or on the basis of little evidence.
"She made a wonderful first impression on the interviewing committee with her thoughtful questions."
A strong or notable effect produced on the intellect, feelings, or conscience.
"Visiting the ancient ruins made a lasting impression on the young students."
An imitation of a person's voice and mannerisms, performed to entertain others.
"The comedian ended his set with a hilarious impression of the famous actor."
A mark, indentation, or outline produced by pressing an object onto a surface.
"The heavy oak table left deep impressions in the living room carpet."
A single batch of copies of a book, newspaper, or print made at one time from the same set of type or plates, or a single instance of an online advertisement being displayed.
"The publisher ordered a second impression of ten thousand copies after the novel sold out."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed via Old French from Latin 'impressio', meaning a pressing into or an attack, derived from the verb 'imprimere' (to press into or upon).