The term 'made an impression on' can be described by five different crossword solutions: dented (6 letters), engraved (8 letters), MARKED (6 letters), branded (7 letters), and DINGED (6 letters). Denting is the act of making a dent or indentation in something, usually with a tool. Engraving is the process of carving or etching a design into a hard surface. Marking is the act of making a mark or sign on something. Branding is the process of burning a mark into something with a hot iron. Lastly, dinging is the act of making a small dent or ding in something. All of these processes involve making an impression on an object.