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negative impact vs negative impacts

Both 'negative impact' and 'negative impacts' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Negative impact' is singular and refers to a single adverse effect, while 'negative impacts' is plural and refers to multiple adverse effects.

Last updated: March 24, 2024

negative impact

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to a single adverse effect.

Use 'negative impact' when referring to a single adverse effect or consequence.

Examples:

  • The new policy had a negative impact on the company's profits.

Alternatives:

  • adverse effect
  • detrimental impact
  • harmful consequence
  • unfavorable outcome
  • undesirable effect

negative impacts

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to multiple adverse effects.

Use 'negative impacts' when referring to multiple adverse effects or consequences.

Examples:

  • The project had several negative impacts on the environment.

Alternatives:

  • adverse effects
  • detrimental impacts
  • harmful consequences
  • unfavorable outcomes
  • undesirable effects

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