Synonyms of impactful

impactful

adjective

im-ˈpakt-fəl 

as in impressive

having the power to affect the feelings or sympathies

an impactful story of love and redemption

Synonyms & Similar Words

• impressive
• emotional
• exciting
• passionate
• poignant
• inspirational
• moving
• meaningful
• excitable
• dramatic
• eloquent
• stirring
• touching
• affecting
• expressive
• theatrical
• significant
• feeling
• responsive
• demonstrative
• provoking
• stimulating
• sensitive
• melodramatic
• cathartic
• rousing
• histrionic

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unimpressive
• unemotional
• cool
• cold
• dispassionate
• detached
• unaffecting
• emotionless
• deadpan

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of impactful

Ole Miss arrives off one of the most impactful wins in program history — a takedown of former coach Lane Kiffin and his new beau, LSU, in barn-burner fashion. — Noah White, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2026

Orange is rotating into the Brian Flores’ defense as a third-round pick and has made some impactful plays already, like stopping Jordan Love on a fourth down QB sneak in his first NFL game. — Pj Green september 24, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2026

Exactly how much will be determined by the credit limit you're approved for, which is the most impactful number for you. — Ryley Amond, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026

The most impactful thing a new commissioner can do for morale is to demonstrate to the review teams that their views and critical role in the regulatory process will be respected and considered. — Scott Gottlieb, STAT, 22 Sep. 2026