high-impact

adjective

high-im·​pact ˈhī-ˈim-ˌpakt How to pronounce high-impact (audio)
sports
: relating to or involving a physical activity (such as jumping or running) in which the body makes forceful and usually repeated contact with the ground
high-impact sports/exercises
a high-impact workout
high-impact wrestling moves
… a high-impact sports bra that's designed to provide ample support …Jemicah Colleen Marasigan
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What began as a podcast evolved into a high-ticket, high-impact business that has outpaced most influencer brand deals and given her full autonomy in the process. Kristen Bousquet, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025 These leggings were created with high-impact workouts in mind, with a snug fit and sweat-wicking material to keep you dry. Korin Miller, Glamour, 18 Apr. 2025 Increase Brand Visibility Through Strategic Media Struggling businesses must prioritize high-impact visibility to rebuild trust and drive sales. Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2025 Put a little extra effort into high-impact decor in the powder room or whichever bathroom visitors will use. Berit Thorkelson, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for high-impact

Word History

First Known Use

1984, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of high-impact was in 1984

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“High-impact.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-impact. Accessed 1 May. 2025.

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