No. 8,654 in Dutch
imposante
Impressive; grand or imposing.
In a sentence
De imposante kathedraal trok de aandacht van alle toeristen.
The impressive cathedral captured the attention of all tourists.
Here, 'imposante' is used as an adjective to describe the physical grandeur and striking nature of a cathedral.
De schilderijen in het museum waren werkelijk imposant.
The paintings in the museum were truly impressive.
'Imposant' is used here to express admiration for the cultural and artistic significance of the paintings.
Zijn imposante houding tijdens het debat maakte een sterke indruk op de jury.
His commanding demeanor during the debate made a strong impression on the jury.
In this sentence, 'imposante' pertains to a person's demeanor, suggesting an authoritative or awe-inspiring presence.
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