impactful
|im/pact/ful|
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/ɪmˈpæktfəl/
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/ɪmˈpæktfʊl/
significant effect
Etymology
Etymology Information
'impactful' originates from the English word 'impact,' combined with the suffix '-ful,' which means 'full of.'
Historical Evolution
'impact' changed from the Latin word 'impactus' and eventually became the modern English word 'impact.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to strike against something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having a significant effect.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a significant or powerful effect.
The speech was impactful and moved the audience.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39