Impress Definition & Meaning
impress
- noun
- the act of coercing someone into government service
- verb
- have an emotional or cognitive impact upon; "This child impressed me as unusually mature"; "This behavior struck me as odd"
- impress positively; "The young chess player impressed her audience"
- produce or try to produce a vivid impression of; "Mother tried to ingrain respect for our elders in us"
- mark or stamp with or as if with pressure; "To make a batik, you impress a design with wax"
- reproduce by printing
- take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship; "The men were shanghaied after being drugged"
- dye (fabric) before it is spun
"Impress" in song lyrics
See how impress is used in real songs:
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"I was funky, fresh dressed to impress"
Apathy — That Ol' Boom Bap -
"So I'ma do my best to impress"
Blaze Ya Dead Homie — Thug 4 Life -
"From Thai to Bangladesh this is how we impress"
Bolo Gah f/ Dragonfly, Long Axe — Back the Track Up
Words that rhyme with impress
Usage tips for "impress"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "impress" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for impress to find words that pair well.