Definition

Adjective: Not feeling admiration, interest, or respect; not affected or influenced by something in a positive way.

Usage

The adjective "unimpressed" describes a state of not being favorably affected, amazed, or convinced by something or someone. It indicates a lack of positive reaction, often implying indifference, skepticism, or disappointment.

Examples

• The critics were unimpressed by the new film, calling it dull and predictable.
• She remained unimpressed with his extravagant promises, having heard them all before.
• Despite the high price tag, I was unimpressed with the quality of the product.

Advanced Usage

• To be unimpressed by/with something/someone: This is the standard construction to specify the cause of the lack of impression.
  • The hiring manager was unimpressed with the candidate's vague answers.
• Used to convey a critical or underwhelmed attitude, often in contrast to an expectation.
  • He showed them his collection, hoping for awe, but they looked distinctly unimpressed.

Variants and Related Words

• Unimpressive (adj.): Not inspiring respect or admiration; not impressive.
  • The team's performance was unimpressive.
• Impress (v.): To make someone feel admiration and respect.
• Impressed (adj.): Feeling or showing admiration or respect for someone or something.

Synonyms

• Unmoved
• Unaffected
• Underwhelmed
• Unconvinced
• Unenthused

Antonyms

• Impressed
• Awed
• Amazed
• Admiring
• Enthusiastic

Adjective

1. not moved to serious regard
   • trying to appear unimpressed