impressionist

noun

im·​pres·​sion·​ist im-ˈpre-sh(ə-)nist 

1

often capitalized : someone (such as a painter) who practices or adheres to the theories of impressionism

2

: an entertainer who does impressions

Synonyms

• imitator
• impersonator
• mimic
• personator

Examples of impressionist in a Sentence

a celebrated impressionist who can do enough rapid-fire imitations to populate an entire stage with characters

Recent Examples on the Web

It is famed for its three towers, each built in a different style, and was immortalized in a series of paintings by French impressionist Claude Monet in the 19th century. —Sophie Tanno, CNN, 11 July 2024

Landscapes, still lifes and scenes from everyday life – the impressionists' specialities – ranked much lower. —The Week Uk, theweek, 6 Apr. 2024

However, Murphy says that the buzz surrounding his signature cackle would soon grow a life of its own, with many impressionists keying in on that particular mannerism. —Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 2 July 2024

Manet later became the elder statesman of the impressionists. —The Week Uk, theweek, 6 Apr. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1874, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

impressionist

noun

im·​pres·​sion·​ist im-ˈpresh-(ə-)nəst 

1

often capitalized : a person (as a painter) who practices impressionism

2

: an entertainer who does impressions