impactful

adjective

im·​pact·​ful im-ˈpakt-fəl How to pronounce impactful (audio) ˈim-ˌpakt-fəl How to pronounce impactful (audio)
Synonyms of impactful
: having a forceful impact : producing a marked impression
impactful song lyrics
impactful humanitarian efforts
Fashion loves a big expansive gesture, but a small one can be pretty impactful, too.—Mark Holgate

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an impactful story of love and redemption
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With the Jets on the cusp of a game-tying and momentum-turning touchdown early in the fourth quarter on Sunday, Zach Sieler delivered the type of impactful play that has marked his eight-year Dolphins tenure. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 26 Oct. 2026 Other times, python leather is utilized for accent work or trim for a more cost-effective but impactful option seen via capped toes or on straps. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 25 Oct. 2026 Subadan said some of the city's most impactful T-SPLOST projects help with safety. — Emily McLeod, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026 The most impactful aspect of Empower’s budgeting tool is the ability to track your spending and set a monthly adjustable budget. — Ryley Amond, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for impactful

Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of impactful was in 1939

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“Impactful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/impactful. Accessed 1 Nov. 2026.

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