Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

verb
/ɪmˈpɜːrsəneɪt/

to pretend to be another person in order to entertain or deceive

"He was arrested for trying to impersonate a police officer."

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noun
/ɪmˌpɜː.səˈneɪ.ʃən/

Fraudulently acting as someone else by copying their identity

"Criminals use impersonation to gain access to bank accounts."

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impersuadable

adjective
/ɪmˌpɜːrˈsweɪdəbl/

not able to be convinced or persuaded

"She remained impersuadable despite all our arguments."

noun
/ɪmˈpɜːrtɪnəns/

lack of respect; rudeness

"The teacher was shocked by the student's impertinence."

adjective
/ɪmˈpɜːrtɪnənt/

rude and showing a lack of respect

"It was impertinent of him to question the manager's decision."

noun
/ɪmˌpɜːrtərbəˈbɪləti/

The quality of being calm and not easily disturbed or upset.

"Her imperturbability during the crisis impressed everyone."

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adjective
/ɪmˈpɜːrtərbəbəl/

Unable to be upset or excited; calm.

"He remained imperturbable even when faced with tough questions."

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impervious

adjective
/ɪmˈpɜːrviəs/

Not allowing fluid to pass through; unable to be affected by something.

"The jacket is impervious to rain."

noun
/ˌɪmpəˈtjuːəsəti/

The quality of being rash or impulsive.

"His impetuosity often got him into trouble."

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adjective
/ɪmˈpetʃuəs/

Acting or done quickly without thought or care; impulsive.

"She made an impetuous decision to quit her job."

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noun
/ˈɪmpɪtəs/

a driving force or stimulus that makes something happen or progress more quickly

"The new policy gave fresh impetus to the education reforms."

noun
/ɪmˈpaɪəti/

lack of respect for religion or sacred things

"The priest condemned the impiety of neglecting the temple rituals."

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verb
/ɪmˈpɪndʒ/

to have an effect or impact, especially a negative one; to intrude upon

"His loud music impinged on the neighbors’ peace."

adjective
/ˈɪmpɪəs/

showing a lack of respect for God or religion

"It was considered impious to joke about sacred traditions."

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adjective
/ɪmˈplækəbl/

unable to be appeased, calmed, or pacified

"The soldiers faced an implacable enemy who refused to surrender."

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adjective
/ɪmˈplɔːzəbl/

Not seeming reasonable or probable; unlikely to be true.

"The story she told was so implausible that no one believed her."

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verb
/ˈɪmplɪˌmɛnt/

To put a decision, plan, or agreement into effect.

"The government decided to implement new health policies."

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noun
/ˌɪmplɪmenˈteɪʃən/

the process of putting a plan, decision, or idea into effect

"The successful implementation of the new policy improved efficiency."

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verb
ˈɪmplɪmentɪd

Put a decision or plan into effect; carried out or executed.

"The master plans were partially implemented."

adjective
/ɪmˈplaɪəbl/

Capable of being implied or suggested.

"The meaning of the statement is not directly clear but is impliable from the context."

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implicate

verb
/ˈɪmplɪˌkeɪt/

To show someone’s involvement in a crime or wrongdoing.

"The evidence implicated several officials in the scandal."

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noun
/ˌɪmplɪˈkeɪʃən/

A possible effect or result of an action or decision; something suggested without being stated directly.

"The new law has serious implications for small businesses."

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adjective
/ɪmˈplɪsɪt/

Suggested or understood without being directly stated.

"Her trust in him was implicit."

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verb
/ɪmˈploʊd/

To collapse or burst inward violently.

"The old building imploded during the demolition."

verb
/ɪmˈplɔːr/

To beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something.

"She implored him to stay with her."

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imply

verb
/ɪmˈplaɪ/

To suggest something without directly stating it.

"Her tone seemed to imply that she was upset."

adjective
/ˌɪmpəˈlaɪt/

Not showing good manners; rude.

"It is impolite to interrupt someone while they are speaking."

adverb
/ɪmˈpɒlɪtli/

in a rude or discourteous manner; without showing respect or proper manners

"He spoke impolitely to the waiter despite the polite service."

noun
/ɪmˈpɒlɪtnəs/

lack of good manners or courtesy; rude behavior

"His impoliteness towards the guests shocked everyone."

adjective
/ɪmˈpɑːlɪtɪk/

Unwise or imprudent; not showing good judgment.

"It would be impolitic to criticize them openly."

adjective
/ɪmˈpɒndərəbl̩/

Something difficult or impossible to estimate, assess, or understand

"The outcome of the election depends on many imponderable factors."

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verb
/ˈɪmpɔːrt/

To bring goods or services into a country from abroad for sale

"Bangladesh imports machinery from many countries."

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noun
/ɪmˈpɔːrtəns/

the state or fact of being of great significance or value

"She stressed the importance of honesty in all relationships."

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adjective
/ɪmˈpɔːrtənt/

Having great significance or value.

"It is important to stay hydrated during summer."

adverb
/ɪmˈpɔːtəntli/

in a way that is of great significance or value

"Importantly, the report highlights the need for immediate action."

noun
/ˌɪmpɔːrˈteɪʃən/

The act of bringing goods or services into a country from abroad

"The importation of luxury goods is strictly regulated."

adjective
/ɪmˈpɔːrtʃənət/

Persistent to the point of annoyance or intrusion

"The importunate salesman kept calling despite repeated refusals."

verb
/ˌɪmpɔːrˈtuːn/

To ask someone persistently or pressingly for something

"The child importuned his mother for a new toy."

verb
/ˌɪmpɔːrˈtuːnd/

asked someone persistently and pressingly for something

"She importuned her boss for a raise until he finally gave in."

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verb
/ɪmˈpoʊz/

to force something to be accepted or done

"The government decided to impose new taxes."

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imposed

verb
/ɪmˈpoʊzd/

forced something to be accepted or put in place

"The government imposed new regulations on the industry."

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imposes

verb
ɪmˈpoʊz

To establish or apply by authority; to force something unwelcome or unfamiliar to be accepted or put in place.

"Pollution imposes harmful effects on the environment."

adjective
/ɪmˈpoʊzɪŋ/

having an appearance that is grand, impressive, or commanding

"The castle is an imposing structure overlooking the valley."

noun
/ˌɪmpəˈzɪʃən/

the act of forcing something on someone; an unwelcome demand or burden

"The new tax was seen as an unfair imposition on the poor."

noun
/ɪmˌpɒsəˈbɪlɪti/

the state or fact of being impossible; something that cannot be done or achieved

"Finishing the project in one day was an impossibility."

adjective
/ɪmˈpɑːsəbl/

not able to occur, exist, or be done

"It is impossible to finish this work in one day."

noun
/ɪmˈpɑːstər/

a person who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive others

"The man turned out to be an impostor posing as a doctor."

noun
/ɪmˈpɒstʃər/

The act of pretending to be someone else in order to deceive others; deception or fraud.

"The imposture was discovered when the man failed to answer basic questions about his supposed identity."

adjective
/ˈɪmpətənt/

Lacking power, ability, or strength to take effective action.

"The citizens felt impotent against the corrupt system."

verb
/ɪmˈpɒvərɪʃ/

To make someone poor or reduce the quality or richness of something.

"The long war impoverished the entire nation."