Vocabularios

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imposes definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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imposes

verb B2
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."

imprison definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ɪmˈprɪzən/

to confine or keep someone in a prison or under restraint

"The criminal was imprisoned for his actions."

Improper definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ɪmˈprɒpər/

Not suitable or appropriate; against accepted standards.

"It is improper to talk loudly in the library."

Impulse definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɪmpʌls/

a sudden strong desire or urge to act without thinking

"He bought the watch on impulse without planning to."

inability definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌɪnəˈbɪləti/

the state of being unable to do something

"His inability to make decisions affected his career."

Inaccurate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ɪnˈækjʊrət/

Not correct, precise, or exact; containing errors.

"The report was full of inaccurate data."

inadequate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ɪnˈædɪkwət/

Not sufficient or good enough.

"The funding was inadequate to complete the project."

inappropriate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌɪnəˈproʊpriət/

not suitable or proper in the circumstances

"It was inappropriate to talk loudly in the library."

incapable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ɪnˈkeɪpəbəl/

lacking the ability, skill, or capacity to do something

"He is incapable of understanding complex instructions."

Incentive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɪnˈsɛntɪv/

a thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something

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

incentives definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ɪnˈsɛntɪvz

Things that motivate or encourage one to do something.

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

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inch

noun, verb B2
/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."

inclined definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ɪnˈklaɪnd/

having a tendency or disposition toward something

"He is inclined to help those in need."

inclusion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɪnˈkluːʒən/

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

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

inclusive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ɪnˈkluːsɪv/

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

"The school takes an inclusive approach to education."

incomplete definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌɪnkəmˈpliːt/

Not finished, lacking some parts or not whole.

"Her report was incomplete and needed further details."

inconsistent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənt/

Not staying the same throughout; lacking harmony or regularity.

"His answers were inconsistent and confusing."

inconvenience definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb B2
/ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns/

trouble or difficulty caused to someone; to cause trouble or difficulty to someone

"We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delay."

adjective B2
/ˌɪnkənˈviːniənt/

causing trouble, difficulties, or discomfort

"It was inconvenient for her to travel during the storm."

incorporate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ɪnˈkɔːpəreɪt/

to include something as part of a whole; to form a legal corporation

"The teacher incorporated new technology into her lessons."

index definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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index

noun, verb B2
/ˈɪndeks/

A list of items arranged in order, or to arrange data systematically for reference.

"The book includes a detailed index at the end."

Indication definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/

A sign, piece of information, or signal that suggests something.

"Dark clouds are an indication of an approaching storm."

indicator definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɪndɪˌkeɪtər/

a sign or piece of information that shows the state or level of something

"The rising unemployment rate is a clear indicator of economic troubles."

indifferent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ɪnˈdɪf.ər.ənt/

having no particular interest or concern; not caring one way or another

"She was indifferent to the outcome of the match."

indigenous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ɪnˈdɪdʒ.ə.nəs/

originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native

"These plants are indigenous to South America."

indirectly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˌɪndəˈrɛktli/

in a way that is not direct; through an intermediate means or influence

"The policy affected small businesses indirectly."

induce definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ɪnˈdjuːs/

to cause or persuade someone to do something; to bring about a result

"The doctor induced sleep with a mild sedative."

indulge definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

to allow oneself to enjoy something enjoyable, often excessively

"He indulged in a piece of chocolate cake after dinner."

Industrial Revolution definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/

The rapid development of industry that occurred in Britain in the late 18th and 19th centuries, brought about by the introduction of machinery and characterized by the use of steam power and the growth of factories.

"The Industrial Revolution marked a shift in production processes."

industrialization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ɪnˌdʌstrɪəlaɪˈzeɪʃən

The development of industries in a country or region on a wide scale.

"Industrialization changed the global economy dramatically."

ineffective definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌɪnɪˈfɛktɪv/

not producing any significant or desired effect; useless; unsuccessful

"The new policy proved to be ineffective in reducing crime rates."

Inefficient definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌɪn.ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/

Not achieving maximum productivity; wasting resources or effort.

"The machine is old and inefficient compared to modern equipment."

inequality definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌɪnɪˈkwɒləti/

the state of being unequal; disparity in status, rights, or opportunities

"Inequality in wealth distribution remains a significant issue worldwide."

inevitable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ɪnˈɛvɪtəbl/

Certain to happen; unavoidable.

"Death is inevitable for all living beings."

inevitably definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ɪnˈɛvɪtəbli/

in a way that cannot be avoided or prevented

"Inevitably, the team faced challenges during the project."

infant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɪnfənt/

A very young child or baby.

"The infant was sleeping peacefully in the cradle."

infect definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ɪnˈfɛkt/

To contaminate with a disease-causing organism.

"The virus can infect healthy people quickly."

Infection definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɪnˈfɛkʃən/

The process of becoming infected with harmful microorganisms such as bacteria or viruses.

"The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the infection."

infectious definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ɪnˈfekʃəs/

capable of causing infection or disease; spreading easily from one person to another; able to spread feelings or attitudes such as enthusiasm

"Her infectious laughter made everyone in the room smile."

infer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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infer

verb B2
/ɪnˈfɜːr/

to conclude or deduce something from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements

"From his silence, I inferred that he was not happy with the decision."

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inferior

adjective B2
/ɪnˈfɪə.ri.ər/

Of lower quality, rank, or status.

"This material is inferior to the one we used before."

infinite definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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infinite

adjective B2
/ˈɪnfɪnɪt/

limitless or endless in space, extent, or number

"The universe is often described as infinite."

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infinity

noun B2
/ɪnˈfɪnɪti/

A concept describing something without any limit or end.

"The universe seems to stretch into infinity."

inflammation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌɪnfləˈmeɪʃən/

a localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes red, swollen, hot, and often painful

"The doctor prescribed medicine to reduce the inflammation in her knee."

inflation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɪnˈfleɪʃən/

A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.

"The government is taking steps to control inflation."

inflict definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ɪnˈflɪkt/

to cause something unpleasant or painful to be suffered by someone or something

"The storm inflicted considerable damage to the city."

Influencer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɪn.flu.ən.sər/

A person with the ability to influence potential buyers of a product or service by promoting or recommending the items on social media.

"Social media influencers shape consumer preferences."

Influential definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌɪnfluˈɛnʃl/

Having great power to change or affect people or things.

"She is one of the most influential leaders of our time."

adjective B2
/ɪnˈfɔːrmətɪv/

giving or providing useful information; educational; instructive

"The documentary was very informative and educational."

infrastructure definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɪnfrəˌstrʌktʃər/

the basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise

"The government is investing heavily in transport infrastructure."