impactful

adjective

im·​pact·​ful im-ˈpakt-fəl  ˈim-ˌpakt-fəl 

: having a forceful impact : producing a marked impression

impactful song lyrics

impactful humanitarian efforts

Fashion loves a big expansive gesture, but a small one can be pretty impactful, too.

—Mark Holgate

Synonyms of impactful

• impressive
• emotional
• exciting

Examples of impactful in a Sentence

an impactful story of love and redemption

Recent Examples on the Web

The greatest surge in the format’s popularity came when IMAX cameras were used to shoot impactful scenes in Nolan’s The Dark Knight (2008)—the first time IMAX cameras were used in a major feature film. — Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 July 2026

These backlogs are impactful to the flow of cargo in and out of western Europe. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 15 July 2026

And might certain types of hedges be more impactful than others? — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 15 July 2026

There are a few posthumous Sam Neill projects forthcoming, but this could end up being his last impactful role. — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 14 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for impactful

• tactful