First Impression

Pronunciation: /fɜːrst ɪmˈprɛʃən/

Definitions of first impression

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

Example Sentences

A1 My first impression of the new student was that he seemed friendly.

A2 She made a good first impression at the job interview.

B1 The first impression you make on people can greatly impact their opinion of you.

B2 Despite his rough appearance, his first impression was surprisingly warm and welcoming.

C1 It's important to be mindful of the first impression you give off in professional settings.

C2 Her first impression of the city was one of awe and wonder at its beauty.

Examples of first impression in a Sentence

formal A person's first impression can greatly influence how they are perceived in a professional setting.

informal I always make sure to dress nicely to give a good first impression.

slang Dude, your first impression was totally off the mark.

figurative The first impression of a book can often be misleading until you delve deeper into its content.

Grammatical Forms of first impression

• plural: first impressions
• comparative: more first impression
• superlative: most first impression
• present tense: make a first impression
• future tense: will make a first impression
• perfect tense: have made a first impression
• continuous tense: is making a first impression
• singular: first impression
• positive degree: good first impression
• infinitive: to make a first impression
• gerund: making a first impression
• participle: made a first impression

Origin and Evolution of first impression

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The concept of forming an initial opinion or judgment upon meeting someone or something for the first time.

Evolution of the word: The phrase 'first impression' has been used consistently in English language since the 17th century to refer to the immediate opinion or judgment formed upon encountering someone or something for the first time. Over time, the importance of first impressions in social interactions and personal relationships has been widely acknowledged, leading to its continued use in modern contexts.