Impressionist

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    One who adheres to the theory or method of impressionism.
  2. 2
    an artist who follows the theories of Impressionism wordnet
  3. 3
    A performer who does impressions; a mimic.

    "When impressionists (and especially lazy impressionists) delivered their comedic interpretation of [Bill] Clinton, the phrase they always used was “I feel your pain,” expressed with a sympathetic Southern drawl."

Adjective
  1. 1
    relating to or characteristic of Impressionism wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms
impersonatorimpersonatorimpressionisticmimicmimicstylist

Example

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"That painting is a masterpiece of impressionist art."

Etymology

From French impressionniste.

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