impactful
adjective
im·pact·ful
im-ˈpakt-fəl 
ˈim-ˌpakt-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
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an impactful story of love and redemption
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Which is why his less impactful performance of date was so noteworthy.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 27 Jan. 2026
Projects more as a slot guy at the next level and may need to show his ability to be impactful at multiple positions to move up the draft board.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
Doing so, their goal is to heighten chances of making relatable, moving and impactful films which may also be better commercial bets.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
This list identifies the most impactful and financially strong companies that have established themselves as leaders in shaping how people and organizations work.
—Time Staff, Time, 26 Jan. 2026
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Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 27 Jan. 2026
Projects more as a slot guy at the next level and may need to show his ability to be impactful at multiple positions to move up the draft board.
—Tony Catalina, Austin American Statesman, 27 Jan. 2026
Doing so, their goal is to heighten chances of making relatable, moving and impactful films which may also be better commercial bets.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
This list identifies the most impactful and financially strong companies that have established themselves as leaders in shaping how people and organizations work.
—Time Staff, Time, 26 Jan. 2026
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“Impactful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/impactful. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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