Definition

Relating to or having the effect of a strong influence or impact.

Example

The impactive speech moved the audience to tears.

Conversation

Did you see that presentation yesterday?

Yeah, it was pretty impactive for sure.

I thought the visuals really added to how impactive it was overall.

Absolutely! It made the message stick in my mind.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Impactive is formed from "im-" (meaning into or in) and "pact" (from Latin "pactum", meaning agreement or contract) with the suffix "-ive" (meaning having the nature of). The word describes something that has the nature of making an impact or having a strong effect.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'into' ('im-') an 'agreement' or 'contract' ('pact') — this helps you remember that 'impactive' means having a strong effect.

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