Impacts
/ˈɪmˌpækts/
Definitions
- (n.) Plural of impact: effects or influences often considered legally significant, such as environmental or economic consequences.
The environmental impacts of the new law were thoroughly assessed.
- (v.) Third-person singular present of impact: to have a strong effect or influence on something.
The new regulation impacts small businesses considerably.
Forms
- impact
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Commentary
'Impacts' as a noun is typically plural of 'impact' referring to multiple effects; as a verb it is the third-person singular conjugation. Definitions reside under the base form 'impact.'
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