Impact

English Meaning

To drive close; to press firmly together: to wedge into a place.

1. The striking of one body against another; collision. See Synonyms at collision.
2. The force or impetus transmitted by a collision.
3. The effect or impression of one thing on another: still gauging the impact of automation on the lives of factory workers.
4. The power of making a strong, immediate impression: a speech that lacked impact.
5. To pack firmly together.
6. To strike forcefully: meteorites impacting the lunar surface.
7. Usage Problem To have an effect or impact on: "No region ... has been more impacted by emerging demographic and economic trends” ( Joel Kotkin).
8. Usage Problem To have an effect or impact.