Synonyms for

Imprint

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

Definition

to make a mark or impression on a surface; to establish firmly

Synonyms & similar words

embossment depression impression form impress impression mark stamp brand etch engrave inscribe print emboss stencil label tag identify fix establish settle plant root embed infuse

Synonyms by register

Formal

engrave impress inscribe mark

Informal

stamp brand fix set

Literary

indelible mark lasting impression imprint trace

Antonyms

erase obliterate efface remove delete cancel destroy

Common collocations

  • leave an imprint
  • make an imprint
  • early imprint
  • lasting imprint
  • cultural imprint
  • genetic imprint
  • deep imprint
  • first imprint

Word family

noun imprint
verb imprint
adjective imprinted

Usage note

As a verb, 'imprint' often suggests a permanent or deep mark, especially in the context of learning or memory. As a noun, it refers to the mark itself or the effect of something.

Example sentences

  1. He wanted to imprint his foot in the sand.
  2. The artist would imprint his signature on all of his paintings.
  3. The company would imprint their logo on all of their products.
  4. She would imprint the pattern onto the fabric.
  5. The memory would imprint on his mind forever.

Quotes

  • The things you do for yourself are gone when you are gone, but the things you do for others remain as your legacy, your imprint, your influence on the world.
  • The past is always present, and your memories are an imprint of where you've been and what you've done.
  • Experience is an imprint of the soul.

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