Definitions

1. verb

to make a strong and often favorable impression on someone’s mind or senses

“Her confidence and poise impressed the audience.”

2. noun

an event or occasion that impresses people, especially in a dramatic or spectacular way

“The fireworks display was the main impress of the evening.”

3. verb (transitive)

to force or press something into something else

“The tool impressed the nail into the wood.”

4. verb (transitive)

to print or emboss something, especially on a document or card

“The official impressed his name on the contract.”

5. verb (intransitive)

to move or be pressed into something

“The crowd impressed into the empty seats.”