first impression
collocation · Collocation / phrase B2
Plain meaning
the opinion someone forms when first meeting or seeing something
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss the opinion someone forms when first meeting or seeing something in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe article discussed first impression as a key issue.
examThe passage argues that first impression can affect policy decisions and public behaviour.
Common collocations
make a first impressioncreate a good first impressionstrong first impression
Watch out
Do not use a weak verb before this word. Learn the whole word partnership, e.g., “make a first impression”.