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C2 noun /ˈɪndələns/

indolence

Indolenz
Meaning
Avoidance of activity or exertion; laziness.
Example
His indolence kept him from finishing the project on time.
Seine Indolenz hinderte ihn daran, das Projekt rechtzeitig abzuschließen.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdʌstriəs/

industrious

fleißig
Meaning
Hardworking and diligent in one's duties.
Example
She is an industrious student who always completes her assignments on time.
Sie ist eine fleißige Studentin, die immer ihre Aufgaben rechtzeitig erledigt.
A2 adjective /ˈɪntrəstɪd/

interested

interessiert
Meaning
Showing curiosity or concern about something.
Example
She is very interested in learning new languages.
Sie ist sehr interessiert daran, neue Sprachen zu lernen.
C1 adjective /ˌɪnsərˈmaʊntəbl/

insurmountable

unüberwindbar
Meaning
Too great to be overcome.
Example
The explorers faced insurmountable odds in the desert.
Die Entdecker standen im Wüstengebiet unüberwindbaren Hindernissen gegenüber.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈæk.tɪv/

Inactive

inaktiv
Meaning
not active; not working; dormant; idle
Example
The volcano has been inactive for over a century.
Der Vulkan ist seit über einem Jahrhundert inaktiv.
C2 verb /ˈɪmprɛɡneɪt/

impregnate

durchtränken / schwängern
Meaning
To make pregnant; to fill or saturate with something.
Example
The scientist used a method to impregnate the material with resin.
Der Wissenschaftler verwendete eine Methode, um das Material mit Harz zu imprägnieren.
C1 noun /ˈɪnkjʊˌbeɪtər/

incubator

Brutschrank
Meaning
a device or environment that provides suitable conditions for eggs, cells, or infants to develop
Example
The premature baby was placed in an incubator for care.
Das frühgeborene Baby wurde zur Pflege in einen Brutkasten gelegt.
C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈvɪzəbl/

indivisible

unteilbar
Meaning
Not able to be divided or separated.
Example
The country's unity was indivisible despite differences.
Die Einheit des Landes war trotz der Unterschiede unteilbar.
C1 verb /ɪnˈdʌkt/

induct

jemanden formell in eine Position, Organisation oder ein Amt aufnehmen
Meaning
to formally admit someone into a position, organization, or office
Example
She was inducted into the university's honor society.
Sie wurde in die Ehrenvereinigung der Universität aufgenommen.
C1 noun /ɪmˌpɒsəˈbɪlɪti/

impossibility

Unmöglichkeit
Meaning
the state or fact of being impossible; something that cannot be done or achieved
Example
Finishing the project in one day was an impossibility.
Das Projekt an einem Tag zu beenden war eine Unmöglichkeit.
B2 adjective /ˌɪnkəmˈpliːt/

incomplete

unvollständig
Meaning
Not finished, lacking some parts or not whole.
Example
Her report was incomplete and needed further details.
Ihr Bericht war unvollständig und brauchte weitere Details.
C1 verb /ˈɪtəreɪt/

iterate

iterieren
Meaning
To repeat a process or statement, often to improve or refine.
Example
The software team will iterate the design until it meets user needs.
Das Softwareteam wird das Design iterieren, bis es den Benutzeranforderungen entspricht.
C1 noun /ˌɪnfɪˈdɛləti/

infidelity

Untreue
Meaning
the act of being unfaithful to a spouse or partner
Example
Their marriage ended due to his infidelity.
Ihre Ehe endete wegen seiner Untreue.
C1 adjective /ˌɪnədˈmɪsəbl̩/

inadmissible

unzulässig
Meaning
Not allowed, especially as evidence in a court of law.
Example
The judge ruled the evidence inadmissible.
Der Richter erklärte das Beweismaterial für unzulässig.
C2 noun /ˈɪnˌɡreɪt/

ingrate

Undankbarer
Meaning
An ungrateful person; someone who shows no appreciation.
Example
He worked hard for his friend, but the ingrate never thanked him.
Er arbeitete hart für seinen Freund, aber der Undankbare hat ihm nie gedankt.
C1 adjective /ˌaɪ.di.əˈlɒdʒ.ɪ.kəl/

ideological

ideologisch
Meaning
Relating to or based on a system of ideas or beliefs.
Example
The two parties are divided by deep ideological differences.
Die beiden Parteien sind durch tiefgehende ideologische Unterschiede geteilt.
C2 noun /ˌɪmprɪˈkeɪʃən/

imprecation

Fluch
Meaning
A spoken curse or expression of strong condemnation.
Example
The angry crowd hurled imprecations at the corrupt official.
Die wütende Menge schleuderte Flüche auf den korrupten Beamten.
C2 adjective /ˈɪnˌbrɛd/

inbred

angeboren
Meaning
existing naturally in a person or animal; also related to reproduction within a limited community
Example
He has an inbred sense of loyalty.
Er hat ein angeborenes Gefühl der Loyalität.
C1 adverb, adjective /ˌɪnkɑːɡˈniːtoʊ/

incognito

inkognito
Meaning
In disguise or with one's identity concealed.
Example
The celebrity traveled incognito to avoid the paparazzi.
Der Promi reiste inkognito, um den Paparazzi zu entkommen.
B2 verb /ɪnˈfɛkt/

infect

infizieren
Meaning
To contaminate with a disease-causing organism.
Example
The virus can infect healthy people quickly.
Das Virus kann gesunde Menschen schnell infizieren.
C1 verb /ɪnˈfrɪndʒ/

infringe

verletzen
Meaning
To actively break the terms of a law, agreement, or right.
Example
Copying this software without permission will infringe copyright laws.
Das Kopieren dieser Software ohne Erlaubnis wird gegen das Urheberrecht verstoßen.
C1 verb /ɪmˈploʊd/

implode

implodieren
Meaning
To collapse or burst inward violently.
Example
The old building imploded during the demolition.
Das alte Gebäude implodierte während der Abrissarbeiten.
C2 verb /ɪnˈdɒktrɪˌneɪt/

indoctrinate

indoktrinieren
Meaning
To teach someone to fully accept a set of beliefs or ideas without question.
Example
The regime tried to indoctrinate the youth with propaganda.
Das Regime versuchte, die Jugend mit Propaganda zu indoktrinieren.
C1 noun /ˌɪm.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/

Imposition

Auferlegung; Last; ungerechte Forderung
Meaning
the action or process of imposing something or of being imposed; an unfair burden or demand
Example
The imposition of new taxes without consultation angered the citizens greatly.
Die Auferlegung neuer Steuern ohne Beratung verärgerte die Bürger erheblich.
C1 verb /ɪnˈvɪɡ.ər.eɪt/

invigorate

beleben
Meaning
To give strength or energy to someone or something.
Example
A morning walk can invigorate both body and mind.
Ein morgendlicher Spaziergang kann Körper und Geist beleben.
C1 verb /ɪnˈvoʊk/

invoke

anrufen
Meaning
to call upon a higher power, authority, or principle for help, support, or justification
Example
The lawyer invoked the constitution to defend his client.
Der Anwalt rief die Verfassung an, um seinen Mandanten zu verteidigen.
C2 verb /ɪnˈtɜːr/

inter

beerdigen
Meaning
To bury a dead body in the ground.
Example
They decided to inter the soldier with full honors.
Sie beschlossen, den Soldaten mit allen Ehren zu beerdigen.
C2 adjective /ɪnˈvaɪələt/

inviolate

unversehrt
Meaning
free from violation, injury, or desecration; kept safe and untouched
Example
The ancient temple remained inviolate for centuries.
Der alte Tempel blieb über Jahrhunderte unversehrt.
C2 adjective /ˌɪm.pəˈfɛk.tə.bəl/

imperfectible

unperfektibel
Meaning
Incapable of being made perfect or complete.
Example
Some human qualities are considered imperfectible.
Einige menschliche Eigenschaften gelten als unperfektibel.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈflæməˌtɔːri/

inflammatory

Glück
Meaning
causing inflammation in the body; arousing anger, hostility, or strong emotion
Example
His inflammatory speech triggered protests across the city.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B1 adjective /ˈɪnəsənt/

Innocent

unschuldig; rein; harmlos
Meaning
free from guilt or sin; pure; harmless; naive
Example
The innocent child had no idea that her parents were planning a surprise party.
Das unschuldige Kind hatte keine Ahnung, dass ihre Eltern eine Überraschungsparty planten.
C1 noun /ˈɪd.i.əm/

idiom

Idiom
Meaning
A group of words whose meaning is different from the meanings of the individual words.
Example
The idiom 'break the ice' means to start a conversation in a friendly way.
Das Idiom 'Eis brechen' bedeutet, ein Gespräch auf freundliche Weise zu beginnen.
C1 adjective /ɪˈmeʒərəbəl/

Immeasurable

unermesslich
Meaning
too large or extensive to measure; boundless
Example
The immeasurable love of a mother knows no bounds.
Die unermessliche Liebe einer Mutter kennt keine Grenzen.
C1 noun /ɪnˈfjuːʒən/

infusion

Infusion
Meaning
the act of introducing something into another; a drink made by steeping leaves or herbs in liquid
Example
She prepared a calming infusion of chamomile tea.
Sie bereitete eine beruhigende Infusion aus Kamillentee zu.
C2 adjective /ɪˈræsɪbl/

irascible

reizbar
Meaning
Easily angered; quick-tempered.
Example
His irascible nature often got him into trouble.
Sein reizbares Wesen brachte ihn oft in Schwierigkeiten.
B1 verb /ˈɪndʒər/

injure

verletzen
Meaning
to cause physical harm or damage to someone or something
Example
He injured his leg while playing football.
Er verletzte sein Bein beim Fußballspielen.
C2 adjective /ɪnˈsuːsiənt/

insouciant

sorglos
Meaning
Showing a casual lack of concern; carefree.
Example
He gave an insouciant shrug and walked away.
Er zuckte sorglos mit den Schultern und ging weg.
C2 verb /ɪnˈdɛmnɪfaɪ/

indemnify

entschädigen
Meaning
to compensate someone for harm or loss; to secure against future damage or cost
Example
The insurance company agreed to indemnify the client for the damages.
Die Versicherungsgesellschaft stimmte zu, den Kunden für die Schäden zu entschädigen.
B2 adjective ˌɪn.təˈræk.tɪv

interactive

interaktiv
Meaning
Allowing a two-way flow of information between it and a user, responding to the user's input.
Example
Interactive learning keeps students engaged in lessons.
Interaktives Lernen hält die Schüler in den Lektionen engagiert.
C2 adverb /ˌɪnsəʊˈmʌtʃ/

insomuch

so sehr
Meaning
to such an extent
Example
He was insomuch tired that he could hardly stand.
Er war so müde, dass er kaum noch stehen konnte.
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpoʊzɪŋ/

imposing

imposant
Meaning
having an appearance that is grand, impressive, or commanding
Example
The castle is an imposing structure overlooking the valley.
Das Schloss ist eine imposante Struktur, die das Tal überblickt.
A2 adverb /ɪˈmiːdiətli/

immediately

sofort
Meaning
at once; without delay
Example
She responded immediately to the emergency call.
Sie antwortete sofort auf den Notruf.
C1 verb /ɪmˈpiːd/

impede

behindern
Meaning
To obstruct or hinder the progress or development of something.
Example
Lack of funds can impede business growth.
Mangel an Mitteln kann das Wachstum von Unternehmen behindern.
C2 noun /ˌɪnvəˈluːʃən/

involution

Involution
Meaning
a complicated or intricate form or state; in biology, the shrinking of an organ after its function has finished
Example
The story was full of involution, making it hard to follow.
Die Geschichte war voller Involution, was es schwierig machte, ihr zu folgen.
C2 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈtriːvəbl/

irretrievable

unwiederbringlich
Meaning
impossible to recover or regain
Example
The documents were lost in an irretrievable way after the fire.
Die Dokumente wurden nach dem Brand auf unwiederbringliche Weise verloren.
B2 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈzɪstəbəl/

Irresistible

unwiderstehlich
Meaning
too attractive and tempting to be resisted; impossible to resist
Example
The chocolate cake was absolutely irresistible.
Der Schokoladenkuchen war absolut unwiderstehlich.
C2 adjective /ˌɪndaɪˈdʒestəbəl/

Indigestible

indigest; schwer zu verdauen
Meaning
difficult or impossible to digest; hard to process in the stomach
Example
The old bread became hard and indigestible.
Das alte Brot wurde hart und ungenießbar.
B2 verb /ɪnˈdʒɛkt/

inject

injektieren
Meaning
To introduce a substance, especially a drug, into the body using a needle.
Example
The nurse will inject the vaccine into the patient's arm.
Die Krankenschwester wird den Impfstoff in den Arm des Patienten injizieren.
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɑːrʃəl/

Impartial

unparteiisch; neutral
Meaning
treating all sides fairly; unbiased; neutral
Example
A good judge must remain impartial throughout the trial.
Ein guter Richter muss während des gesamten Prozesses unparteiisch bleiben.
C2 adjective /ɪnˈsɛnʃənt/

insentient

gefühllos
Meaning
Lacking perception, consciousness, or sensation.
Example
The rock is an insentient object with no awareness.
Der Felsen ist ein gefühlloses Objekt ohne Bewusstsein.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdʌktɪv/

inductive

induktiv
Meaning
characterized by the inference of general laws from particular instances; reasoning from specific cases to general principles
Example
The scientist used inductive reasoning to form a hypothesis.
Der Wissenschaftler verwendete induktives Denken, um eine Hypothese zu formulieren.
C2 adjective ɪnˈfiː.zə.bəl

infeasible

unpraktikabel
Meaning
Not possible to do easily or conveniently; impracticable.
Example
Restoring the forest may become infeasible if destruction continues.
Die Wiederherstellung des Waldes kann unpraktikabel werden, wenn die Zerstörung fortsetzt.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnɔːˈspɪʃəs/

Inauspicious

unglücklich
Meaning
unlucky; showing signs that future success is unlikely; unfavorable
Example
The dark clouds seemed inauspicious for the wedding.
Die dunklen Wolken schienen für die Hochzeit ungünstig.
B1 noun /ˈɪnkʌm/

income

einkommen
Meaning
money received for work or through investments
Example
His monthly income is enough to support his family.
Sein monatliches Einkommen reicht aus, um seine Familie zu unterstützen.
B1 verb /ɪnˈtend/

intend

beabsichtigen
Meaning
to plan or have in mind as a purpose; to mean
Example
I intend to finish this project by tomorrow.
Ich beabsichtige, dieses Projekt bis morgen zu beenden.
C2 noun /ˌɪnsjəˈlærəti/

insularity

Insularität
Meaning
The state of being isolated or narrow-minded.
Example
The insularity of the group prevented them from accepting new ideas.
Die Insularität der Gruppe verhinderte es, neue Ideen zu akzeptieren.
B1 noun /ɪmˈpruːvmənt/

improvement

verbesserung
Meaning
the act of making something better
Example
There has been a significant improvement in his health.
Es gab eine signifikante Verbesserung seiner Gesundheit.
C2 adjective /ɪmˈplækəbl/

implacable

unversöhnlich
Meaning
unable to be appeased, calmed, or pacified
Example
The soldiers faced an implacable enemy who refused to surrender.
Die Soldaten standen einem unversöhnlichen Feind gegenüber, der sich weigerte, sich zu ergeben.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈflɛksəbl/

inflexible

unflexibel
Meaning
Not able to bend or change; unwilling to change ideas or behavior.
Example
His inflexible attitude made negotiations difficult.
Seine unflexible Haltung erschwerte die Verhandlungen.
C1 noun /ɪnˈkɒmpɪtəns/

incompetence

Inkompetenz
Meaning
Lack of ability, skill, or effectiveness in doing something.
Example
The project failed due to the manager’s incompetence.
Das Projekt scheiterte aufgrund der Inkompetenz des Managers.
A2 noun /ˈɪm.ɪdʒ/

Image

Bild; Darstellung; Abbild; Vorstellung
Meaning
a representation of the external form of a person or thing in art; a mental picture or impression
Example
The company worked hard to improve its public image after the scandal.
Das Unternehmen arbeitete hart daran, sein öffentliches Bild nach dem Skandal zu verbessern.
C1 noun /ɪnˌtɪmɪˈdeɪʃən/

intimidation

Einschüchterung
Meaning
The action of frightening or threatening someone to make them do something.
Example
The workers reported cases of intimidation by the management.
Die Arbeiter berichteten über Fälle von Einschüchterung durch das Management.
C2 noun /ˌɪnˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/

incapability

Unfähigkeit
Meaning
lack of ability or power to do something; inability or incompetence
Example
His incapability to manage the team led to serious problems.
Seine Unfähigkeit, das Team zu leiten, führte zu ernsthaften Problemen.
C1 noun ɪnˈdʌldʒəns

indulgence

Genuss
Meaning
The practice of allowing oneself to enjoy the pleasure of something.
Example
His indulgence in junk food affected his health.
Sein Genuss von Junk-Food beeinträchtigte seine Gesundheit.
C2 noun /ˌɪlɪbəˈræləti/

illiberality

Intoleranz
Meaning
The quality of being illiberal; lack of tolerance or generosity.
Example
The illiberality of the new laws alarmed the citizens.
Die Illiberalität der neuen Gesetze alarmierte die Bürger.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈhɪbɪtɪd/

inhibited

gehemmt
Meaning
Unable to act in a relaxed and natural way, especially due to self-consciousness or restraint.
Example
He was too inhibited to express his true feelings.
Er war zu gehemmt, um seine wahren Gefühle auszudrücken.
C2 adjective /ɪnˈkɑːdʒɪtənt/

incogitant

unüberlegt
Meaning
Lacking thought; inconsiderate or thoughtless.
Example
It was incogitant of him to make such a rude comment.
Es war inkogitant von ihm, so einen unhöflichen Kommentar zu machen.
A2 pronoun /ɪtˈsɛlf/

itself

selbst
Meaning
Used to emphasize the thing just mentioned; by its own power or effort.
Example
The cat cleaned itself after eating.
Die Katze putzte sich selbst nach dem Essen.
B2 noun ˌɪn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən

installation

Installation
Meaning
The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed.
Example
The installation of the submarine cable is almost complete.
Die Installation des Unterseekabels ist fast abgeschlossen.
C1 adjective /ˌɪn.səbˈstæn.ʃəl/

insubstantial

unwesentlich
Meaning
Lacking strength, substance, or solidity.
Example
The evidence provided was insubstantial and unconvincing.
Die bereitgestellten Beweise waren unwesentlich und wenig überzeugend.
C1 noun /ˌɪn.trəˈspek.ʃən/

introspection

Introspektion
Meaning
The examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes; self-reflection.
Example
Through introspection, she gained insight into her emotions.
Durch Introspektion gewann sie tiefere Einblicke in ihre Emotionen.
C1 adjective ˌɪn.krəˈmen.təl

incremental

inkrementell
Meaning
Relating to or denoting an increase or addition, especially one of a series on a fixed scale; proceeding in small stages.
Example
Incremental changes ensure sustainability.
Inkrementelle Veränderungen gewährleisten Nachhaltigkeit.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdɪɡnənt/

indignant

empört
Meaning
Feeling or showing anger at something considered unfair or unjust.
Example
She was indignant when accused of cheating.
Sie war empört, als sie des Schummelns beschuldigt wurde.
B1 noun/adjective /ˈɪnstənt/

instant

augenblicklich
Meaning
A very short period of time; happening immediately.
Example
He replied in an instant without hesitation.
Er antwortete im Augenblick ohne zu zögern.
A2 noun /ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃən/

invitation

Glück
Meaning
a written or spoken request to attend an event or to participate in something
Example
She sent me an invitation to her wedding.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
C2 verb /ˌɪnkəˈpæsɪteɪt/

incapacitate

unfähig machen
Meaning
to deprive someone or something of the ability or strength to function
Example
The severe injury incapacitated the player for the rest of the season.
Die schwere Verletzung hat den Spieler für den Rest der Saison außer Gefecht gesetzt.
C1 noun /ɪˌreɡjəˈlærɪti/

irregularity

Unregelmäßigkeit
Meaning
lack of regularity or consistency; a deviation from what is normal, expected, or orderly
Example
The audit revealed several financial irregularities in the company’s records.
Die Prüfung deckte mehrere finanzielle Unregelmäßigkeiten in den Unterlagen des Unternehmens auf.
C2 noun /ˌɪnjuːˈɛndəʊ/

innuendo

Andeutung
Meaning
An allusive or oblique remark or hint, typically a suggestive or disparaging one.
Example
The manager's innuendo was directed towards his competitor.
Die Andeutung des Managers war an seinen Konkurrenten gerichtet.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈsɛp(ə)rəbəl/

inseparable

unzertrennlich
Meaning
Unable to be separated or always together.
Example
The two friends have been inseparable since childhood.
Die beiden Freunde sind seit ihrer Kindheit unzertrennlich.
C2 adjective /ɪnˈklɛmɛnt/

inclement

unbeständiges Wetter
Meaning
unpleasantly cold, wet, or stormy (usually weather)
Example
The match was canceled due to inclement weather.
Das Spiel wurde wegen des schlechten Wetters abgesagt.
C2 noun /ɪnˈkɒnstənsi/

inconstancy

Inkonstanz
Meaning
The quality of changing frequently or being unreliable.
Example
The inconstancy of the weather makes planning difficult.
Die Inkonstanz des Wetters erschwert die Planung.
C1 verb ɪˈnɪʃɪeɪtɪd

initiated

initiiert
Meaning
Caused a process or action to begin; started something.
Example
The project was initiated to enhance marine biodiversity.
Das Projekt wurde initiiert, um die marine Biodiversität zu verbessern.
B2 noun /ɪnˈfɪnɪti/

infinity

unendlich
Meaning
A concept describing something without any limit or end.
Example
The universe seems to stretch into infinity.
Das Universum scheint sich ins Unendliche auszudehnen.
C2 verb /ɪnˈfætʃueɪt/

infatuate

verzücken
Meaning
to inspire with an intense but short-lived passion or admiration
Example
He was infatuated with her beauty.
Er war von ihrer Schönheit verzaubert.
C1 adjective ˌɪn.trəˈspek.tɪv

introspective

introspektiv
Meaning
Characterized by or given to introspection; examining one's own thoughts and feelings.
Example
Writers tend to be highly introspective individuals.
Schriftsteller neigen dazu, hochgradig introspektive Individuen zu sein.
C2 noun /ɪˈreɪdiəns/

irradiance

Strahlung
Meaning
the quality of shining brightly; the intensity of light falling on a surface
Example
The irradiance of the sun at noon was overwhelming.
Die Strahlung der Sonne zur Mittagszeit war überwältigend.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈdɪf.ər.ənt/

indifferent

gleichgültig
Meaning
having no particular interest or concern; not caring one way or another
Example
She was indifferent to the outcome of the match.
Sie war gleichgültig gegenüber dem Ausgang des Spiels.
C1 verb /ɪnˈsaɪt/

incite

anstacheln
Meaning
to provoke; to stir up
Example
His speech incited the crowd to violence.
Seine Rede hat die Menge zu Gewalt angestachelt.
B1 noun ɪnˈvestmənt

investment

Investition
Meaning
The action or process of investing money for profit or material result.
Example
Investment in waste management infrastructure is essential.
Investitionen in Abfallmanagementinfrastruktur sind unerlässlich.
C1 verb /ˌɪn.trəˈspekt/

introspect

introspektieren
Meaning
To examine one's own thoughts, feelings, or mental state.
Example
He often introspects before making important decisions.
Er introspektiert oft, bevor er wichtige Entscheidungen trifft.
C2 noun /ˌɪmprɪˈmɑːtər/

imprimatur

Imprimatur
Meaning
An official license or approval, especially to publish a book.
Example
The book was released with the official imprimatur of the church.
Das Buch wurde mit dem offiziellen Imprimatur der Kirche veröffentlicht.
A1 preposition/adverb/adjective/noun /ˌɪnˈsaɪd/

inside

Glück
Meaning
Situated within something; the inner part of something.
Example
She waited inside the house until the rain stopped.
Sie konnte ihr Glück nicht verbergen, als sie den Preis erhielt.
B2 noun /ˌaɪ.səˈleɪ.ʃən/

Isolation

Isolation
Meaning
the process or fact of isolating or being isolated; separation from other people or things
Example
The patient was kept in isolation to prevent the spread of the infectious disease.
Der Patient wurde in Isolation gehalten, um die Ausbreitung der ansteckenden Krankheit zu verhindern.
C1 verb /ˈɪmprəvaɪz/

improvise

improvisieren
Meaning
To create or perform something spontaneously without preparation.
Example
The actor had to improvise his lines when he forgot the script.
Der Schauspieler musste seine Zeilen improvisieren, als er das Skript vergessen hatte.
A1 noun /aɪs/

Ice

Eis
Meaning
water that has frozen and become solid
Example
The ice in my drink melted quickly in the hot weather.
Das Eis in meinem Getränk schmolz schnell bei heißem Wetter.
B2 noun /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idol

Idol; bewunderte Person
Meaning
an image or representation of a god used as an object of worship; a person who is greatly admired
Example
The singer became a teenage idol after her hit song topped the charts worldwide.
Die Sängerin wurde nach dem Erscheinen ihres Hit-Songs ein Teenager-Idol, das weltweit die Charts anführte.
C2 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈsɜːrnəbl/

indiscernible

undurchsichtig
Meaning
Impossible or difficult to see, notice, or distinguish.
Example
The difference between the two shades was almost indiscernible.
Der Unterschied zwischen den beiden Farbtönen war fast undurchsichtig.
B1 noun /ɪmˈprɛʃən/

impression

Eindruck, Konzept
Meaning
an idea, feeling, or opinion about something or someone
Example
The book gave me a good first impression.
Das Buch hinterließ bei mir einen guten ersten Eindruck.
B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛns/

intense

intensiv
Meaning
Of extreme force, degree, or strength.
Example
She felt intense pain after the accident.
Sie fühlte nach dem Unfall intensive Schmerzen.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnsəˈprɛsəbl/

insuppressible

unaufhaltsam
Meaning
That cannot be suppressed or restrained.
Example
She had an insuppressible urge to laugh during the ceremony.
Sie hatte einen unaufhaltsamen Drang zu lachen während der Zeremonie.
C1 adjective /ˌɪmprɪˈsaɪs/

imprecise

ungenau
Meaning
Not exact or accurate; vague.
Example
His explanation was too imprecise to be helpful.
Seine Erklärung war zu ungenau, um hilfreich zu sein.
C1 noun /ˌaɪ.diˈɒl.ə.dʒi/

ideology

Ideologie
Meaning
A system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy.
Example
Democracy is based on the ideology of freedom and equality.
Demokratie basiert auf der Ideologie von Freiheit und Gleichheit.
C1 noun /ˈɪnsɪdəns/

incidence

inzidenz
Meaning
the occurrence, rate, or frequency of something
Example
The incidence of road accidents has decreased this year.
Die Inzidenz von Straßenunfällen ist in diesem Jahr gesenkt worden.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈsɪdərəbl/

inconsiderable

geringfügig
Meaning
Too small or unimportant to be worth considering.
Example
The donation was not inconsiderable, though smaller than expected.
Die Spende war nicht geringfügig, obwohl sie kleiner als erwartet war.
C2 verb /ɪmˈpɛnd/

impend

drohen
Meaning
to be about to happen; to loom threateningly
Example
Dark clouds suggested that a storm was impeding.
Dunkle Wolken deuteten darauf hin, dass ein Sturm bevorstand.
C1 noun /ɪnˈækjʊrəsi/

inaccuracy

Ungenauigkeit
Meaning
lack of accuracy or precision; an incorrect or wrong detail
Example
The report contained several factual inaccuracies.
Der Bericht enthielt mehrere Ungenauigkeiten.
C1 noun /ˌɪnkɑːrˈneɪʃən/

incarnation

Inkarnation
Meaning
the embodiment of a deity, spirit, or quality in a physical form
Example
The monk was considered the incarnation of compassion.
Der Mönch wurde als die Inkarnation des Mitgefühls betrachtet.
B2 adjective /ˈɪnˌsaɪtfəl/

insightful

einsichtig
Meaning
Showing deep understanding or perceptiveness.
Example
The professor gave an insightful lecture on global economics.
Der Professor hielt einen aufschlussreichen Vortrag über die globale Wirtschaft.
C2 adjective /ˈɪndələnt/

indolent

träge
Meaning
Wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy.
Example
The indolent cat slept in the sun all afternoon.
Die träge Katze schlief den ganzen Nachmittag in der Sonne.
B1 verb ɪnˈvɛst

invest

investieren
Meaning
To put money, effort, time, etc. into something to make a profit or get an advantage.
Example
Investing in intellectual property can generate passive income.
In geistiges Eigentum zu investieren kann passives Einkommen generieren.
C2 adjective /ˌɪnkoʊˈɜːrsəbl̩/

incoercible

unbezwingbar
Meaning
Not capable of being forced, compelled, or restrained.
Example
Her incoercible spirit inspired others to fight for justice.
Ihr unbezwingbarer Geist inspirierte andere, für Gerechtigkeit zu kämpfen.
C1 adjective /ˌɪn.səˈbɔːr.dɪ.nət/

insubordinate

aufsässig
Meaning
Defiant of authority; disobedient to orders.
Example
The insubordinate employee refused to follow the manager's instructions.
Der aufsässige Mitarbeiter weigerte sich, den Anweisungen des Managers zu folgen.
A2 adjective /ɪl/

Ill

krank; unwohl; in schlechter Gesundheit
Meaning
sick; unwell; in poor health
Example
He felt ill and decided to stay home from work.
Er fühlte sich krank und entschied sich, von der Arbeit zu Hause zu bleiben.
C2 noun /ɪmˈpɒs.tʃər/

Imposture

Betrug; Täuschung; Schwindel
Meaning
the practice of deceiving others by pretending to be someone else; fraudulent deception
Example
The elaborate imposture lasted for months before investigators uncovered the truth.
Der aufwendige Betrug dauerte Monate, bevor die Ermittler die Wahrheit entdeckten.
C2 adjective /ɪnˈkɒrɪdʒəbəl/

incorrigible

unverbesserlich
Meaning
incapable of being corrected, improved, or reformed
Example
He is an incorrigible optimist who never loses hope.
Er ist ein unverbesserlicher Optimist, der niemals die Hoffnung verliert.
C2 adjective /ɪˈmɒdərət/

immoderate

immoderat
Meaning
excessive; beyond reasonable limits
Example
He has an immoderate love for sweets.
Er hat eine immoderate Liebe zu Süßigkeiten.
B1 noun /ɪˌmædʒ.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Imagination

Vorstellungskraft; kreative Fähigkeit
Meaning
the faculty or action of forming new ideas or images not present to the senses; creative thinking
Example
Children's imagination allows them to turn a cardboard box into a spaceship or castle.
Die Vorstellungskraft der Kinder ermöglicht es ihnen, eine Pappbox in ein Raumschiff oder ein Schloss zu verwandeln.
C2 noun /ˈɪntərˌveɪl/

intervale

niedriges Land entlang eines Flusses, normalerweise fruchtbar und flach
Meaning
A low-lying tract of land along a river, usually fertile and flat.
Example
The farmers cultivated crops on the lush intervale by the river.
Die Bauern bauten Ernten auf dem fruchtbaren Intervallland am Fluss an.
C2 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈvɜːrtɪbəl/

indivertible

unablenkbar
Meaning
Not able to be turned aside or diverted.
Example
The judge's indivertible attention was on the case.
Die unablenkbare Aufmerksamkeit des Richters war auf den Fall gerichtet.
B2 adjective /ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.tər.i/

introductory

einführend
Meaning
Serving as an introduction; preliminary or preparatory.
Example
The professor gave an introductory lecture on economics.
Der Professor hielt einen einführenden Vortrag über Wirtschaft.
C2 adjective /ɪmˈpruːdənt/

imprudent

unbedacht
Meaning
Not showing care for the consequences of an action.
Example
It was imprudent to drive in such stormy weather.
Es war unbedacht, bei solchem Sturmwetter zu fahren.