Synonyms for

Impact

Verb / ˌɪˈmpækt / / ˈɪmpækt / Another word for impact — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the effect or influence of one thing on another

Synonyms & similar words

wallop bearon encroachment bearupon touch touchon affect impingement shock effect influence consequence result outcome repercussion ramification impression mark footprint indent smash crash collision bang clash hit strike thump knock

Synonyms by register

Formal

effect consequence repercussion influence

Informal

hit bang smash dent

Literary

imprint impression indelible mark

Antonyms

insignificance irrelevance unimportance detriment disadvantage weakness

Common collocations

  • significant impact
  • major impact
  • positive impact
  • negative impact
  • environmental impact
  • economic impact
  • lasting impact
  • immediate impact

Word family

noun impact
verb impact
adjective impactful
adverb impactfully

Usage note

While 'impact' can be used as a verb, some prefer 'affect' for actions and reserve 'impact' for forceful collisions or significant effects. However, its use as a verb meaning 'to have a strong effect on' is widely accepted in modern English.

Example sentences

  1. The impact of the ball hitting the bat made a loud noise.
  2. The impact of the storm caused power outages.
  3. The new law will impact all schools in the state.
  4. My decision will impact my future.
  5. The impact of pollution on the environment is a serious problem.

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