Impressed
Adjective
UK
/ɪmˈprest/
US
/ɪmˈprest/
Definition
Feeling respect or admiration for something or someone.
Example
"I was impressed by her artwork."
"The teacher was impressed with how clearly the student explained the answer."
"Everyone was impressed by how calm he stayed during the stressful meeting."
Explanation
Impressed means you feel respect, admiration, or surprise because something or someone was very good. It’s the past form of “impress.” For example, she was impressed by her honesty. It shows you think something is better than expected or worth praising. You can be impressed by people, places, actions, or ideas. Sometimes, it also means you are deeply affected by what you saw or felt.