Impression and Influence

Impression

Impression noun - A perceptible trace left by pressure.

Influence is a synonym for impression in impact topic. In some cases you can use "Influence" instead a noun "Impression", when it comes to topics like affect, effect.

Influence

Influence noun - The power to direct the thinking or behavior of others usually indirectly.
Usage example: a mayor who doesn't hesitate to use her influence to get business leaders behind civic improvements

Impression is a synonym for influence in impact topic. Sometimes you can use "Impression" instead a noun "Influence", if it concerns topics such as affect, effect.

How words are described

good good impression good influence
positive positive impression positive influence
strong strong impression strong influence
powerful powerful impression powerful influence
Other adjectives: definite, real, big, great, huge, bad, subtle, psychic, lasting, major, possible, negative, significant, greater, biggest.
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