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- pronunciation:
- Im
paekt
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the coming together of objects with great force; crash; collision.
The impact of the bus hitting the tree was strong enough to crack the windshield.
- synonyms:
- collision
- similar words:
- bump, clash, contact, crash, percussion, shock, thump
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| definition 2: |
a strong and powerful effect.
The senator's speech on gun control had a great impact on voters.- synonyms:
- effect, influence
- similar words:
- bearing, consequence, impression, result
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| related words: |
influence |
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