IMPACT
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of IMPACT
The striking of one body against another; collision.
The force or energy of a collision of two objects.
"The hatchet cut the wood on impact."
A forced impinging.
"His spine had an impingement; L4 and L5 made impact, which caused numbness in his leg."
To collide or strike, the act of impinging.
"When the hammer impacts the nail, it bends."
To compress; to compact; to press into something or pack together.
"The footprints of birds do not impact the soil in the way those of dinosaurs do."
To influence; to affect; to have an impact on.
"I can make the changes, but it will impact the schedule."
Examples of IMPACT in a Sentence
- "The hatchet cut the wood on impact."
- "His spine had an impingement; L4 and L5 made impact, which caused numbness in his leg."
- "When the hammer impacts the nail, it bends."
- "The footprints of birds do not impact the soil in the way those of dinosaurs do."
Word Details
Is IMPACT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, IMPACT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: IMPACT uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for IMPACT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | i | m | p | a | c | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in IMPACT
45 words from the letters in IMPACT
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How to Use IMPACT in Word Games
IMPACT is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, IMPACT is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble IMPACT to find 45 additional valid words.