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Moderateimpression
The correct spelling is impression.
How to pronounce impression
/ɪmˈpɹɛʃən/
nounIPA: /ɪmˈpɹɛʃən/
Say it like: Imp-res-zho-n
The correct spelling is impression. The indentation or depression made by the pressure of one object on or into another. For example: "His head made an impression on the pillow."
Usage Examples
“His head made an impression on the pillow.”
“He tried to make a good impression on his parents.”
“I have the impression that he's already left for Paris.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The indentation or depression made by the pressure of one object on or into another.
- 2.The overall effect of something, e.g., on a person.
- 3.A vague recalling of an event, a belief.
- 4.An impersonation, an imitation of the mannerisms of another individual.
- 5.An outward appearance.
verb
- 1.To manipulate a blank key within a lock so as to mark it with impressions of the shape of the lock, which facilitates creation of a duplicate key.
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