1
as in influenced
to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response
impressed him with the intensity of their musical performance
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as in engraved
to produce a vivid impression of
impressed the importance of safe driving habits by displaying photos of horrific crashes
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as in compelled
to cause (a person) to give in to pressure
after weeks of nagging, they impressed her into going to the masquerade party
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Recent Examples of impressed
Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
When an impressive temporary spell at his only other professional club besides Barca was done, however, Fermin took advantage of international players turning up to preseason training later than the rest of the group and impressed then-head coach Xavi Hernandez enough to stay with the senior team.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The 6-foot-3, 220-pound passer showed off his arm to his new teammates and coaches, and Canales was impressed.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
Not everyone was impressed with the celebrity, though.
—Yadira Sanchez Olson, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Other customers weren't as impressed.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2025
One thing Scott could remember was that his agent wasn't too impressed with one particular scene in which his character was questioned by police while working at a grocery store.
—EW.com, 1 Sep. 2025
But while the center fielder didn’t seem to be too impressed with his new milestone, those around him that watch him every day sure were.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 31 Aug. 2025
Nussmeier impressed to begin his second year as a starter, completing 28 of his 38 passes for 230 yards.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
In the end, their exchanges impressed Huang and even contributed to the company’s success.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
Wilson still managed two kills on seven attempts and used the second game to pile up her digs, which impressed Sarno.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Each formula impressed our team of testers with its ability to deep-clean and refine pores, minimize dark spots, reduce breakouts, and restore balance and hydration to the skin barrier.
—Esme Benjamin, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Since then, Figure 02 has consistently impressed with its ability to understand and perform human tasks precisely.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
Kolek impressed the Royals’ coaching staff in his debut start with the organization.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2025
Senior defensive end Jayden Terry and senior linebacker Tyler Hooper have impressed the coaching staff up front, Lynn said.
—Mike Waters, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2025
Regardless of their shape or place of origin, a few of these could comfortably fit into the palm of your hand, like Monopoly board tokens, and were sometimes stored in spherical clay envelopes impressed with markings on the outside to reflect their contents.
—Literary Hub, 26 Aug. 2025
Verb
Reeves was impressed with the script and, after meeting with Ansari in London, agreed to sign on for one of the most playful roles of his career (a scene with Rogen at a burger joint in which the angel learns to eat for the first time is an inspired bit of physical comedy).
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2025
When an impressive temporary spell at his only other professional club besides Barca was done, however, Fermin took advantage of international players turning up to preseason training later than the rest of the group and impressed then-head coach Xavi Hernandez enough to stay with the senior team.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
The 6-foot-3, 220-pound passer showed off his arm to his new teammates and coaches, and Canales was impressed.
—Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
Not everyone was impressed with the celebrity, though.
—Yadira Sanchez Olson, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
Other customers weren't as impressed.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 2 Sep. 2025
One thing Scott could remember was that his agent wasn't too impressed with one particular scene in which his character was questioned by police while working at a grocery store.
—EW.com, 1 Sep. 2025
But while the center fielder didn’t seem to be too impressed with his new milestone, those around him that watch him every day sure were.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 31 Aug. 2025
Nussmeier impressed to begin his second year as a starter, completing 28 of his 38 passes for 230 yards.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Adjective
According to sources at Valdebebas, the teenager has impressed with his energy, tireless running, constant offering for the ball and strong personality.
—Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
In the end, their exchanges impressed Huang and even contributed to the company’s success.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
Wilson still managed two kills on seven attempts and used the second game to pile up her digs, which impressed Sarno.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Each formula impressed our team of testers with its ability to deep-clean and refine pores, minimize dark spots, reduce breakouts, and restore balance and hydration to the skin barrier.
—Esme Benjamin, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025
Since then, Figure 02 has consistently impressed with its ability to understand and perform human tasks precisely.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2025
Kolek impressed the Royals’ coaching staff in his debut start with the organization.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2025
Senior defensive end Jayden Terry and senior linebacker Tyler Hooper have impressed the coaching staff up front, Lynn said.
—Mike Waters, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2025
Regardless of their shape or place of origin, a few of these could comfortably fit into the palm of your hand, like Monopoly board tokens, and were sometimes stored in spherical clay envelopes impressed with markings on the outside to reflect their contents.
—Literary Hub, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for impressed
Verb
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The two are friends, which might have influenced the scheduling of this game.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
7 Sep. 2025
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He was further influenced after learning that the FBI often calls on priests, rabbis and other clergy members to counsel victims at mass-casualty events.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Members are honored with their names engraved on a beautiful stone plaque displayed prominently on the property.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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The timepiece also has the team’s logo engraved onto the stainless-steel case back and houses the brand’s 32 caliber.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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As for me, whatever posturing impulse had compelled my attendance at the 10-year had dimmed considerably.—
Jordan Michelman,
The Atlantic,
4 Sep. 2025
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During a talk at the Hawgs Illustrated Sports Club luncheon, Yurachek laid out the reasons that have compelled UA officials to have the contract with War Memorial come to an end with no games on the horizon.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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HoneyBee Sage aimed to be that space to share knowledge as well as a business prototype for other entrepreneurs interested in herbalism.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Last month, Perry shared that the rocker is not interested in touring again.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Biden’s autopen signature was used to issue major clemency orders in the final two months of his term that affected more than 4,000 individuals, including drug offenders and those placed on home confinement during the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Sep. 2025
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The airport also confirmed that colleagues would remain on-site late into the night to assist those affected.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Since 2012, certain players and games are forever etched in the memories of those who watched.—
Quentin Corpuel,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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The fragrance comes in a black bottle with metallic gold and copper details and his signature etched across the front.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Though Andre officially ended things with his other flame, Ashley (Jen Jacob), Dani's daughter's abduction has forced her to spend some questionable quality time with her ex-husband Bill (Timon Kyle Durrett), who, it should be noted, shares a last name with Devon Winters' birth mother Yolanda.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Sep. 2025
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On Sunday, Rodgers celebrated when the Steelers forced and recovered a fumble during a fourth-quarter kickoff return.—
Mike Sando,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Hamilton County Administrator Jeff Aluotto said the Bengals were concerned about available parking space at The Banks.—
Erin Glynn,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
4 Sep. 2025
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Gebbia — a billionaire entrepreneur who was long considered a Silicon Valley liberal — said his shift began around 2021, when the Biden administration’s handling of the southern border left him deeply concerned.—
Heather Hunter,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Impressed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impressed. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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