makes an impression
Stands out memorably
To make an impression is to have a noticeable effect on someone's perception or memory.
A strong handshake and confident voice make a good impression at job interviews.
The phrase often carries evaluation: She made a bad impression by arriving late.
Without a modifier, the phrase suggests memorability: That speech really made an impression on me.
- engravedCut into surface
- memorableWorth holding onto
- persuasiveAble to convince others
- thought-provokingPrompting serious reflection
- stampedMarked by pressure
expressive · striking · poignant · unforgettable · captivating · convincing · hits home · sinks in · embossed · branded · molded · carved · influential · moving · resonant · etched · touching · iconic
makes an impressionforgettable
Unlikely to be recalled
unmemorable · easily forgotten · leaves no trace · bland · nondescript
makes an impressionbland
Lacking distinctive qualities
blends in · nondescript · unremarkable · generic · ordinary
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