impact
US /ˈɪmˌpækt/
・UK /'ɪmpækt/
A2
noun
- A striking effect or result to hit with force
- Very strong influence
- Act or force of one thing hitting something else
verb
- To hit or strike someone or something with force
Examples
Variations in the interest rate will have an impact on the whole housing market. You certainly made a big impact on Carter.
The initial impact of the reforms will be felt most keenly in primary schools.