impressionist
Impressionist (noun) means an artist, composer, or writer who works in the style of impressionism. Example: “The gallery has a whole room devoted to French impressionists.”
How to use impressionist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither an artist working in the impressionism style, or a comedian/performer who imitates famous people.
Word forms
impressionists plural
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The gallery has a whole room devoted to French _____.
Etymology
Borrowed from French impressionniste.
Rhymes for impressionist
Frequently asked questions
What does “impressionist” mean?
The word “impressionist” means an artist, composer, or writer who works in the style of impressionism. In plain terms, either an artist working in the impressionism style, or a comedian/performer who imitates famous people.
How do you use “impressionist” in a sentence?
Here is “impressionist” used in a sentence: “The gallery has a whole room devoted to French impressionists.”
What part of speech is “impressionist”?
“Impressionist” is a noun.
Where does the word “impressionist” come from?
The word “impressionist” comes from French. Borrowed from French impressionniste.
How many meanings does “impressionist” have?
“Impressionist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an artist, composer, or writer who works in the style of impressionism.
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