as in impressive
having the power to affect the feelings or sympathies
an impactful story of love and redemption
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Recent Examples of impactful
This might be particularly impactful for people who struggle to start or stick to an exercise routine, or who don't have access to gyms or equipment.
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Jennifer Klump, Verywell Health, 12 June 2026
His is the most impactful passing of an artist since Warhol’s in 1987.
—Mark Rozzo, Vanity Fair, 12 June 2026
The event will convene changemakers, creatives and leaders across industries to inspire accessible, impactful philanthropy by breaking down barriers to meaningful change.
—Thr Staff, HollywoodReporter, 11 June 2026
Under the direction of McCharen, the label (which is now on indefinite hiatus) has spent years proving that swimsuits can be both politically impactful and unapologetically fun.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 11 June 2026
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Jennifer Klump, Verywell Health, 12 June 2026
His is the most impactful passing of an artist since Warhol’s in 1987.
—Mark Rozzo, Vanity Fair, 12 June 2026
The event will convene changemakers, creatives and leaders across industries to inspire accessible, impactful philanthropy by breaking down barriers to meaningful change.
—Thr Staff, HollywoodReporter, 11 June 2026
Under the direction of McCharen, the label (which is now on indefinite hiatus) has spent years proving that swimsuits can be both politically impactful and unapologetically fun.
—Kevin Huynh, InStyle, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for impactful
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As more applications move from impressive demos to tools people actually depend on, the pressure on the layer beneath them will keep increasing.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Equally impressive was the nail-biter at Riviera, where there was a four-way tie for the lead at various points in the final round.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 June 2026
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Astronomer and UFOlogist Jacques Vallée appears to shed additional light on Juan’s story, and dramatic effects sequences dramatize the emotional impact of his close encounter.—
Katie Rife,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 June 2026
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Diesel — who starred in the debut film with Paul, before the actor died at 40 in a fatal 2013 car crash — thanked Meadow for attending in an emotional speech before the screening.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
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The moon in Aries also energizes your 11th house of friendships and future plans, so a social event or opportunity could feel exciting.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
9 June 2026
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While the combination of editor Sarah Broshar’s relentless pacing and John Williams’ full-bodied score (which stands among the veteran composer’s finest) makes for an exciting watch throughout, the breathless action sequences are especially thrilling.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2026
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“Impactful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impactful. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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