impact — the powerful effect that something has on someone or something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the powerful effect that something has on someone or something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪmpækt/
Example Sentences
- My mom's cooking has such a strong impact that even the neighbors come running when they smell it!
- The teacher's impact on students was so great that they still remember her lessons 20 years later.
- Technology's impact on daily life is like adding sugar to coffee - once you try it, there's no going back!
impact
NOUN[/ˈɪmpækt/]
the powerful effect that something has on someone or something
The new invention had a huge impact on people's daily lives.
The coach's advice had a positive impact on the players. (HIT + EFFECT = IMPACT → impact means hitting something and creating an effect)
A strong impact made people react and attracted everyone's attention.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'impactus', the past participle of 'impingere', meaning 'to drive into' or 'to strike against'. The word combines the prefix 'im-' (into) with 'pangere' (to drive or fix).
Breakdown
im- (into) + pact (drive/strike, from Latin pangere) = impact (the act of striking or powerful effect)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“Social media has an impact on teenagers.”
“The pandemic had a significant impact on education.”
“We must consider the environmental impact of plastic bags.”
“She wants to make an impact in the business world.”
“The company conducted an impact assessment before the project.”
📝Examples
“My mom's cooking has such a strong impact that even the neighbors come running when they smell it!”
“The teacher's impact on students was so great that they still remember her lessons 20 years later.”
“Technology's impact on daily life is like adding sugar to coffee - once you try it, there's no going back!”
“The economic impact of the new policy will be evaluated over the next six months.”
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