impinge synonyms

impinge

v.

  1. To infringe upon

    encroach, intrude, invade; see meddle 1.

  2. To hit

    strike, ricochet, crash against; see crash 4, hit 2.

  3. To have an effect; usually used with ""on''

    affect, touch, make an impression; see affect 1, influence.

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