imposing
UK/im'pәuziŋ/US
IELTSTOEFLGREB2
Definitions
adj.
Impressive and grand in size or appearance
宏伟的，威严的，令人印象深刻的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedimpos(e)not, opposite of
+
-ingplace, put, set
=imposing
The -ing adjective of impose: something so grand it 'imposes' itself on you — it commands attention by its sheer presence.
Common Collocations
- 1.imposing figure威严的人物
- 2.imposing building宏伟的建筑
- 3.imposing presence令人敬畏的气场
Example Sentences
- 1.
The castle was an imposing sight on the hill.
- 2.
He has an imposing presence in any room.