When we want to describe the feeling of something leaving an impact on us, we often use the phrase "have an impression". However, there are several other synonyms that can be used to convey a similar meaning. For instance, some may say that they "got a sense" of something from a person, place or thing. Others may say that they "perceived" or "sensed" a particular feeling from something. Additionally, some may opt to say that they "felt" a certain way about something. These synonyms can all be used to describe the feeling of being impacted by something in a particular way, and can be used interchangeably depending on the context.