impactful

adjective

im·​pact·​ful im-ˈpakt-fəl  ˈim-ˌpakt-fəl 

: 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

Synonyms

• affecting
• emotional
• impressive
• moving
• poignant
• stirring
• touching

Examples of impactful in a Sentence

an impactful story of love and redemption

Recent Examples on the Web

Though Soto is now off the board, along with some other major free agents, there are still plenty of impactful players available. —Kaitlyn McGrath, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024

In a world overloaded with information, interactive dashboards, dynamic visuals, and concise video summaries can make data not only digestible but impactful. —Francois Botha, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024

These lights are great for gutters, roofs, or lining yards and driveways on stakes to make an impactful statement. —Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Dec. 2024

Watch on Deadline While more selective, Netflix’s relationship with roasts has also been impactful. —Matt Grobar, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above