(usually of a disease or condition) To affect adversely
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A forceful collision of two things
“In light of last month's horrific impact between the truck and motorcycle, amendments to road rules as applied to cyclists will be forthcoming.”
The consequence brought about by a particular event
“His drug habit had a profound impact on his family, his business, and most importantly, his life.”
The effectiveness of an event or story
“His narrative on social injustices in third world countries had an emotional impact on viewers.”
The effect something is likely to have on other things
An instance of striking or being struck
The produced result or effect of a particular process or event
Strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement
The power to impress or attract attention
Rough treatment or handling
The effects or influence of something, typically a chemical or substance
The part played by a person or thing towards a result
A phenomenon that is popular for a short period of time
To collide forcefully with something
“Either the asteroid will impact very soon after its discovery, or it will present a threat to the Earth at some future date.”
To cause a profound effect
“The accident will impact Chloe's upbringing in a dramatic way.”
To compress tightly into
“Your feet will impact into the sand, leaving absolutely no doubt that the presence of a heavyset man has been frolicking at the beach.”
(usually of a disease or condition) To affect adversely
To strike or hit repeatedly
To be relevant or important to
Make your presence felt
Hit somebody in the face
To make a strong, lasting, or favorable impression on
To cause someone to take a course of action
(tell on) To impact or take its toll on
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