Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˌɪnkænˈdɛsəns/

the emission of light from a hot object; brilliance

"The incandescence of the candle filled the dark room."

adjective
/ˌɪnkænˈdɛsənt/

emitting light as a result of being heated; extremely bright or passionate

"The incandescent lamp lit up the entire hall."

noun
/ˌɪnkænˈteɪʃən/

a series of words used as a magic spell or charm

"The wizard chanted an incantation to summon the spirits."

noun
/ˌɪnˌkeɪpəˈbɪləti/

lack of ability or power to do something; inability or incompetence

"His incapability to manage the team led to serious problems."

adjective
/ɪnˈkeɪpəbəl/

lacking the ability, skill, or capacity to do something

"He is incapable of understanding complex instructions."

verb
/ˌɪnkəˈpæsɪteɪt/

to deprive someone or something of the ability or strength to function

"The severe injury incapacitated the player for the rest of the season."

noun
/ˌɪnkəˈpæsəti/

the lack of ability, power, or fitness to do something

"His mental incapacity prevented him from making important decisions."

verb
/ɪnˈkɑːrsəreɪt/

to imprison or confine someone

"The authorities incarcerated the criminal after the trial."

noun
/ɪnˌkɑːsəˈreɪʃən/

the state of being imprisoned or confined

"The criminal faced years of incarceration for his crimes."

adjective/noun
/ɪnˈkɑːrnədiːn/

a bright crimson or pinkish-red color

"The sky turned incarnadine at sunset."

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adjective/verb
/ɪnˈkɑːrneɪt/

to embody or represent in human form; in flesh

"She is kindness incarnate."

noun
/ˌɪnkɑːrˈneɪʃən/

the embodiment of a deity, spirit, or quality in a physical form

"The monk was considered the incarnation of compassion."

adjective
/ɪnˈsɛndiˌɛri/

designed to cause fires or stir up conflict

"The politician’s incendiary remarks angered the crowd."

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incense

noun/verb
/ˈɪnsɛns/

a substance burned for its sweet smell (noun); to make very angry (verb)

"The smell of incense filled the temple, but his rude words incensed her."

noun
/ɪnˈsɛntɪv/

a thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something

"The company offers bonuses as an incentive to increase productivity."

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noun
ɪnˈsɛntɪvz

Things that motivate or encourage one to do something.

"Tax incentives are used to encourage investment in renewable energy."

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noun
/ɪnˈsɛpʃən/

the beginning or start of something

"The company has grown rapidly since its inception."

adjective
/ɪnˈsɛptɪv/

Relating to or marking the beginning or initial stage of something.

"The inceptive phase of the project was marked by enthusiastic planning."

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adjective
/ɪnˈsɛsənt/

Continuing without pause or interruption.

"The incessant noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate."

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inch

noun, verb
/ɪntʃ/

A unit of length equal to 2.54 centimeters; or to move slowly and carefully in small amounts.

"She inched closer to the edge of the stage."

adverb
/ˈɪntʃmiːl/

Gradually, little by little.

"The old castle fell inchmeal into ruin."

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adjective
/ɪnˈkoʊ.ɪt/ or /ɪnˈkoʊ.eɪt/

Just begun and not fully formed; rudimentary.

"His inchoate ideas needed more research to be developed."

adjective
/ɪnˈkoʊətɪv/

relating to the beginning of something; in an initial stage

"The poet used inchoative expressions to depict the dawn of creation."

noun
/ˈɪnsɪdəns/

the occurrence, rate, or frequency of something

"The incidence of road accidents has decreased this year."

noun
/ˈɪnsɪdənt/

an event or occurrence, often unpleasant or unusual

"The police quickly responded to the incident in the park."

adjective
/ˌɪnsɪˈdɛntəl/

happening as a minor part or in connection with something else

"Incidental expenses like snacks and tips were included in the bill."

adverb
/ˌɪnsɪˈdɛntəli/

by the way; used to introduce a remark not directly related to the main subject

"Incidentally, did you know that she studied in Paris?"

verb
/ɪnˈsɪnəˌreɪt/

to burn something completely until it is reduced to ashes

"The city decided to incinerate the medical waste for safety."

noun
/ɪnˈsɪpiəns/

the beginning or initial stage of something

"The project was still in its incipience when funding was approved."

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incipient

adjective
/ɪnˈsɪpiənt/

in an initial stage; beginning to develop

"The incipient storm made the sky turn dark and heavy."

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incisive

adjective
/ɪnˈsaɪsɪv/

clear, sharp, and direct in thought, speech, or style

"Her incisive analysis revealed the flaws in the plan."

noun
/ɪnˈsaɪzər/

a narrow-edged tooth at the front of the mouth, adapted for cutting

"The dentist noted that his upper left incisor was chipped."

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verb
/ɪnˈsaɪt/

to encourage or stir up violent or unlawful behavior

"The leader's speech incited the crowd to protest."

noun
/ɪnˈsaɪtmənt/

the action of provoking unlawful or violent behavior

"He was arrested for incitement to riot."

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inclement

adjective
/ɪnˈklɛmɛnt/

unpleasantly cold, wet, or stormy (usually weather)

"The match was canceled due to inclement weather."

noun
/ˌɪnklɪˈneɪʃən/

A natural tendency or urge to act or feel in a particular way.

"She has an inclination towards helping others."

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incline

verb
/ɪnˈklaɪn/

to feel willing or favorably disposed toward something; to bend or tilt

"She is inclined to agree with the proposal."

adjective
/ɪnˈklaɪnd/

having a tendency or disposition toward something

"He is inclined to help those in need."

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verb
/ɪnˈkluːd/

to make something part of a whole or group

"The package includes free breakfast."

preposition
/ɪnˈkluːdɪŋ/

used to show that someone or something is part of a larger group

"Many people attended the event, including students and teachers."

noun
/ɪnˈkluːʒən/

the action or state of including or being included within a group or structure

"Diversity and inclusion are key values in modern workplaces."

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adjective
/ɪnˈkluːsɪv/

Including everything or everyone; not excluding any group or part.

"The school takes an inclusive approach to education."

adjective
/ˌɪnkoʊˈɜːrsəbl̩/

Not capable of being forced, compelled, or restrained.

"Her incoercible spirit inspired others to fight for justice."

adjective
/ɪnˈkɑːdʒɪtənt/

Lacking thought; inconsiderate or thoughtless.

"It was incogitant of him to make such a rude comment."

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incognito

adverb, adjective
/ˌɪnkɑːɡˈniːtoʊ/

In disguise or with one's identity concealed.

"The celebrity traveled incognito to avoid the paparazzi."

noun
/ˌɪnkoʊˈhɪrəns/

The quality of being unclear, confused, or lacking logical connection.

"His speech was full of incoherence and difficult to follow."

adjective
/ˌɪnkəʊˈhɪərənt/

Not clear or easy to understand; lacking logical connection.

"His explanation was so incoherent that nobody could follow it."

adjective
/ˌɪnkəmˈbʌstəbl/

Not capable of catching fire or burning.

"This material is incombustible and safe for construction."

noun
/ˈɪnkʌm/

money received for work or through investments

"His monthly income is enough to support his family."

adjective
/ˌɪnkəˈməʊdiəs/

Uncomfortably small, cramped, or inconvenient.

"We had to stay in an incommodious room during the trip."