The Meaning of IMPRESSIVE – IMPRESSIVE in a Sentence

The video demonstrates the meaning and definition of ‘IMPRESSIVE’. The way to pronounce IMPRESSIVE is explained, dividing the word into syllables.

Also, a clipart image illustrates the main definition. This is followed by an illustrated sentence example.

The picture with a sentence example is a great way to memorize the meaning and definition of IMPRESSIVE. Now it’s time to start using this word in your everyday vocabulary.

Here is a transcript of the video: What Is the Meaning and Definition of IMPRESSIVE?

Slide 2: IMPRESSIVE:
making a strong impression, inspiring admiration and respect

Emphasize the second syllable, it’s pronounced im◦PRESS◦ive

The clipart shows a young student with an A+ exam result

Slide 3:
The picture shows a beautiful peacock.

Sentence example: The peacock’s impressive feather display is part of a courting ritual.

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The full course includes another 4 illustrated sentence examples for the word ‘IMPRESSIVE’ plus these words . . .

Slide 5: Empower your vocabulary with these 25 words:

affable
aggressive
arduous
bent
biased
conventional
delinquent
detrimental
erroneous
expendable
extraordinary
fragile
gradual
gracious
hospitable
impressive
impulsive
relevant
remiss
ridiculous
squalid
supercilious
suspicious
sympathetic
wooden

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More examples to make the meaning of IMPRESSIVE clear:

But he said that Mr. Webster’s “proud and impressive record” as a public servant made the video of his attack on the officer all the more upsetting.
Source: New York Times
https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/23/nyregion/nypd-officer-arrested-capitol-riot.html

White’s performance was impressive as she moved on to 39 international goals – first by capitalising on a defensive mistake, before nodding in Bronze’s cross and then finishing a pass from Scott.
Source: BBC
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/56172964

Seriously, you’ll want her regimen . . . and men, don’t think there isn’t anything in this for you, because Martin is working with some truly impressive facial hair.
Source: Salon
https://www.salon.com/2021/01/17/miss-scarlet-and-the-duke-review-pbs-masterpiece/

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