Although the verb impact is approximately 200 years older than the noun, some object to it, especially when it is used to mean "to directly affect," as in "changes that will impact us all."

IMPACT definition: 1. the force or action of one object hitting another: 2. a powerful effect that something…. Learn more.

IMPACT definition: the striking of one thing against another; forceful contact; collision. See examples of impact used in a sentence.

The noun impact can refer to a physical force (like a collision), an influence (a bad role model or a hero), or a strong effect (a foot of snow will have an impact on driving conditions).

IMPACT meaning: 1 : the act or force of one thing hitting another; 2 : a powerful or major influence or effect often + on

The impact that something has on a situation, process, or person is a sudden and powerful effect that it has on them.

IMPACT meaning: 1. the force or action of one object hitting another: 2. a powerful effect that something…. Learn more.

1 day ago · Republicans extended Trump's tax cuts, boosted spending for the Pentagon and immigration enforcement, repealed a record number of regulations and changed the Senate.

to have impact or make contact forcefully: The ball impacted against the bat with a loud noise. to have an impact or effect: Increased demand will impact on sales.

Definition of impact noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.