Meaning & Definition of Impact in English
English⟶
Impact
/ɪmpækt/
noun
1. The striking of one body against another
synonym:
- impact
2. A forceful consequence
- A strong effect
- "The book had an important impact on my thinking"
- "The book packs a wallop"
synonym:
- impact,
- wallop
3. Influencing strongly
- "They resented the impingement of american values on european culture"
synonym:
- impingement,
- encroachment,
- impact
4. The violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat
- "The armies met in the shock of battle"
synonym:
- shock,
- impact
verb
1. Press or wedge together
- Pack together
synonym:
- impact
2. Have an effect upon
- "Will the new rules affect me?"
synonym:
- affect,
- impact,
- bear upon,
- bear on,
- touch on,
- touch
Examples of using
My method is surprisingly simple, but the impact is big.
Stress can have an enormous negative impact on your health.
Lack of sleep can have an enormous negative impact on a student's grades.