impact
Translation
impact, effect, collision
Examples
The new law will have a big impact.
The new law will have a big impact.
The impact of the crash was severe.
The impact of the crash was severe.
Grammar Patterns
an impact ((on sth./sb.)) The new policy will have an impact on the economy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: effect, influence, collision, shock
Etymology
From Latin 'impingere' (to push against), from 'im-' (in, on) + 'pangere' (to fix, strike).
Memory Tips
Imagine a meteor making an 'impact' on Earth, causing a huge 'effect'. Note that it can also be used as a verb.