impact

Definitions of impact
  1. noun
    a forceful consequence; a strong effect
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    type of:
    conséquence, effet, résultat
    a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
  2. noun
    the striking of one body against another
    synonyms: choc, collision
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    choc
    an impact (as from a collision)
    secousse
    a sudden jarring impact
    coup
    a vigorous blow
    claque, tape
    a blow from a flat object (as an open hand)
    type of:
    contact
    the physical coming together of two or more things
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