Making a strong impression; striking or memorable; likely to leave a lasting impression.
この映画は映像が印象的だった。
The visuals in this movie were striking.
彼女のスピーチは印象的で、会場は静まり返った。
Her speech was impressive, and the audience fell silent.
初対面での彼の態度が印象的だった。
His manner at our first meeting was memorable.
その絵画は色使いが印象的だ。
The painting's use of color is striking.