impressionist

noun

im·​pres·​sion·​ist im-ˈpre-sh(ə-)nist 

1

often capitalized : someone (such as a painter) who practices or adheres to the theories of impressionism

2

: an entertainer who does impressions

Synonyms

• imitator
• impersonator
• mimic
• personator

Examples of impressionist in a Sentence

a celebrated impressionist who can do enough rapid-fire imitations to populate an entire stage with characters

Recent Examples on the Web

Zoom in: Also on display are Japanese woodblock prints from artists like Toyokuni and Hiroshige — works Monet and his fellow impressionists were deeply inspired by them when crafting their own re-creations of nature. —Meira Gebel, Axios, 3 Mar. 2025

Macy decided to do a little more research into the piece by the American impressionist, which depicted St Patrick's Church in New York. —Jack Beresford, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025

In the first episode, Juan describes his favorite painting, a seaside scene by fictional 17th century impressionist Margaret Delano. —Zoe G. Phillips, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Feb. 2025

Much like the original impressionists, Sodamin spends much time outdoors, frequently venturing into the Everglades and Florida Bay to fish, camp, and paint. —Douglas Markowitz, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1874, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for impressionist

• expressionist
• secessionist

Kids Definition

impressionist

noun

im·​pres·​sion·​ist im-ˈpresh-(ə-)nəst 

1

often capitalized : a person (as a painter) who practices impressionism

2

: an entertainer who does impressions