Impactful
/ɪmˈpæktfəl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Having a significant or strong effect or influence.
The new law proved to be highly impactful on environmental policy.
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Commentary
Often used in legal contexts to describe the effect of statutes or rulings; prefer precise terms when possible.
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