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impact

[im-pakt, im-pakt] / ˈɪm pækt, ɪmˈpækt /
NOUN
collision, force
Synonyms
STRONGEST
brunt shock
STRONG
bang blow bounce buffet bump clash concussion contact crash crunch crush encounter hit impingement jar jolt jounce kick knock meeting percussion pound punch quake quiver rap shake slap smash strike stroke thump tremble tremor wallop
WEAK
appulse smash-up
NOUN
effect
Synonyms
STRONGEST
brunt burden impression influence meaning repercussion significance
STRONG
consequences imprint mark power thrust weight
WEAK
full force
VERB
hit with force
Synonyms
STRONGEST
jolt
STRONG
clash collide crash crush kick register smash strike
WEAK
bang into crack up smash up wrack up

Example Sentences

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“We are thankful for her many important contributions to this league and this game, and we know she will continue to have a big impact on the court and beyond.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

But they believe that it’s still early days for the technology, and that the impact from AI will increase as the technology improves, IT budgets evolve and retailers figure out what practices work best.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

For litigants navigating the legal system without a lawyer, the impact is massive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

“There is some concern that further price increases could more negatively impact demand in certain markets such as PC and smartphones,” Vinh wrote.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

As Jonathan scrambled across the unsteady ground, he clenched his teeth, bracing himself for the impact.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.