Synonyms for

Impressive

Verb / ˌɪˈmpresɪv / Another word for impressive — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

causing admiration or respect; having a strong effect

Synonyms & similar words

telling unimpressive awe-inspiring amazing remarkable striking stunning astonishing grand magnificent splendid superb excellent first-class outstanding exceptional notable noteworthy distinguished eminent prestigious glorious

Synonyms by register

Formal

noteworthy remarkable striking commendable

Informal

awesome cool great amazing

Literary

wondrous august stunning

Antonyms

unimpressive ordinary mediocre commonplace forgettable underwhelming

Common collocations

  • deeply impressive
  • truly impressive
  • highly impressive
  • very impressive
  • quite impressive
  • impressive display
  • impressive achievement
  • impressive performance

Word family

noun impression
verb impress
adjective impressive
adverb impressively

Usage note

Often used to describe something that evokes admiration due to its skill, size, or excellence. Can sometimes be used sarcastically.

Example sentences

  1. The acrobats performance was very impressive.
  2. The new skyscraper is an impressive feat of engineering.
  3. The teams victory was impressive because they were the underdogs.
  4. The singers voice was very impressive.
  5. The painting was so impressive that it sold for millions of dollars.

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