impress
UK: ɪmˈpres | US: ɪmˈpres
vt. to make someone feel admiration or respect
vt. to apply pressure to create a mark or pattern
n. a mark or pattern made by pressure
impress = im<into/upon> + press<push>
- im: A prefix derived from Latin in-, meaning "into" or "upon."
- press: From Latin pressare (to press), related to premere (to push).
Etymology Origin:
The word "impress" originates from Latin imprimere ("to press into or upon"), combining in- (into) and premere (to push). It initially referred to physically stamping or marking something (e.g., a seal on wax). Over time, it evolved metaphorically to mean leaving a mental or emotional "mark," hence the modern sense of inspiring admiration.
Her speech impressed the audience with its clarity.
The artist used a stamp to impress a design onto the clay.
His kindness left a lasting impress on her memory.
The machine impresses logos onto metal sheets.
She tried to impress her boss by working late.