adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   That places a great deal of harmful stresses on the body. not-comparable
2. 2
   Capable of withstanding great physical impact. (of plastic, rubber, and similar materials) not-comparable

   "a high-impact screen protector"

Antonyms

All antonyms

low-impact

Example

More examples

"Benedito's work has been published in high-impact scientific journals."

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