Definitions
n. a strong effect on someone or something
影响；作用
n. the force or action of one object hitting another
撞击；冲击
v. to affect someone or something, often strongly
影响
Example
The new playground had a positive impact on our neighbourhood.
新游乐场给我们社区带来了积极影响。
Governments should assess the environmental impact of major construction projects before allowing work to begin.
政府应在批准开工之前评估大型建设项目对环境的影响。
Collocations
- have an impact on
- environmental impact
- on impact
- impact on communities
Word family
- impactful (adj.)
Synonyms
- effect
- influence
Usage tip
名词重音在前；动词通常读/ɪmˈpækt/。
FAQ
- What does impact mean?
- a strong effect on someone or something the force or action of one object hitting another to affect someone or something, often strongly
- How is impact pronounced?
- UK /ˈɪmpækt/, US /ˈɪmpækt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
