1
as in collision
a forceful coming together of two things
the glass shattered immediately upon impact with the floor
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in effect
the power to bring about a result on another
the execution had such a powerful impact on her that she became a crusader for the abolition of capital punishment
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in effectiveness
the quality of an utterance that provokes interest and produces an effect
the story has real dramatic impact
Synonyms & Similar Words
1
as in to influence
to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response
the tragic loss of his father impacted the boy for the rest of his life
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to bump
to come into usually forceful contact with something
the damage sustained when a car going 40 miles an hour impacts with a brick wall
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to root
to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter
the bullet was found impacted in the police officer's protective vest
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of impact
Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2025
Rose Camellia delivers a big impact in tight spaces with its unusual conical form.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 May 2025
Charles Singh, USA Today, 2 May 2025
During his remarks, Zeldin said the new EPA structure would help the agency better understand how the chemicals impact human health and the environment.
—Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 2 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for impact
Noun
Welcome in Nature Spending just 15 minutes outdoors has been scientifically proven to have a significant impact on levels of the stress hormone cortisol, as well as mood-boosting chemicals serotonin and dopamine.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2025
Rose Camellia delivers a big impact in tight spaces with its unusual conical form.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 May 2025
Verb
Though the Trump administration has attempted to soften the blow of auto tariffs, shockwaves have already impacted automakers and consumers.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 2 May 2025
During his remarks, Zeldin said the new EPA structure would help the agency better understand how the chemicals impact human health and the environment.
—Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 2 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for impact
Recent Examples of Synonyms for impact
Noun
-
Read, 45, of Mansfield faces charges of second-degree murder, manslaughter while operating a motor vehicle under the influence, and leaving the scene of a collision causing death.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2025
-
The Minnesota Timberwolves may have robbed the NBA’s media partners of a quarterfinals collision between perennial ratings champs LeBron James and Steph Curry, but the league has momentum on its side as the second round of the playoffs begins to heat up.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
7 May 2025
Noun
-
That could lead the Fed to keep rates elevated until the duties – and their effects on consumption, business outlays and hiring – drive unemployment to about 4.7% by next year, the research firm said.—
Paul Davidson,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
-
Powder Overload For that soft, glowy effect, Paige relies on cream blushes and radiant finishes.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
8 May 2025
Verb
-
This journey is often deeply influenced by the unique dynamics and values of each family.—
Francois Botha,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
-
The two movements were separate, but the students’ protests may have been influenced by the larger pro-democracy demonstrations, said Thunhavich, the researcher.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
3 May 2025
Verb
-
Columnist Sean Keller never mentioned that the Stars’ second goal came off the side of an Avalanche skate as the puck bumped it and sent it in sideways to the net.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
7 May 2025
-
The overall contract minimum has been bumped to $65,000 with an additional $1,000 increase to all minimums in Year 2 and Year 3.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
7 May 2025
Verb
-
So, Pope Leo XIV's college rooting interest needs no questioning.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2025
-
Either root it in water (which takes longer) or poke the cut end into rooting hormone, then into moist potting soil.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
9 May 2025
Noun
-
Saudi Press Agency | Via Reuters The toppling of the Assad regime during a shock offensive by anti-Assad militia groups in December last year stunned the global community and brought about the prospect of a new beginning for the devastated country.—
Natasha Turak,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
-
The woman, who according to the news outlet was five months pregnant, was treated for shock, while her partner’s face was covered in blood.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
Noun
-
In the Freedom area, Miller stopped before a wall of portraits from the 1800s — including William Whipper, Abraham Hanson and Thomas Howland — to highlight the significance of their attire, expressions, jewelry and adornments.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
-
Some third thing of significance that hasn’t yet occurred to me?—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
2 May 2025
Verb
-
Meanwhile, each time the barriers are raised, the lagoon is effectively closed off — which not only affects traffic coming into Venice (Italy’s second busiest port, and the fifth in the Mediterranean), but prevents the lagoon’s natural action of flushing itself out with the tides.—
Julia Buckley,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
-
Naps may also affect you differently with either condition.5 There are two types of narcolepsy with slightly different symptoms, as well.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
3 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Impact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impact. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share