impression vs pressing

pressing vs impression

impression and pressing both are nouns.

impression is not an adjective while pressing is an adjective.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
impression	Yes	No	No	No
pressing	Yes	Yes	No	No

As nouns, pressing is a hypernym of impression; that is, pressing is a word with a broader meaning than impression:

impression: the act of pressing one thing on or into the surface of another
pressing: the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure

Other hypernyms of impression include press, pressure.

impression (noun)	pressing (noun)
an impressionistic portrayal of a person	the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure
the act of pressing one thing on or into the surface of another	a metal or plastic part that is made by a mechanical press
(dentistry) an imprint of the teeth and gums in wax or plaster
an outward appearance
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
a clear and telling mental image
a symbol that is the result of printing or engraving
all the copies of a work printed at one time
a concavity in a surface produced by pressing

impression (adjective)	pressing (adjective)
	compelling immediate action

Difference between impression and pressing

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