Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

to leave your mark

idiom

/tə liːv jʊər mɑrk/

Definition

To have a lasting impact or influence on someone or something.

Examples

After years of service, she felt she had truly left her mark on the organization.
The artist aimed to leave her mark on the world with her unique style.
He worked hard, hoping to leave his mark in the field of science.

Meaning

This phrase is often used to describe the way a person’s actions, accomplishments, or character can affect others or contribute to a variety of situations.