1. To act physically on; have an effect upon.
2. To have an effect upon; SYN. impact, bear upon, bear on, touch on, touch.
3. To have an emotional or cognitive impact upon; SYN. impress, move, strike.
4. Have an effect on; influence; move emotionally; (of disease, etc.)
5. Attack; damage; make a show or pretence of; adopt, assume (a manner, mood, or emotional state); show a preference for
1. To exist as an inner activating spirit, force, or principle.
2. To exist within as a guiding force