1. Plural of empressement; eager or enthusiastic efforts to please or show attention; demonstrations of keen interest or solicitude.
Usage: Formal or literary; Often used in French contexts or historical writing; Rarely used in modern English; more common in 18th–19th century literature

Examples

• The courtiers' empressements toward the visiting dignitary were evident in their constant offers of refreshment.
• Her empressements to help were appreciated, though sometimes overwhelming.
• The novel describes the empressements of society ladies competing for the gentleman's favor.
• Despite their empressements, he remained unmoved by their flattery.
• The ambassador noted the empressements of the local officials with some amusement.