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C1 adjective /ˈɜːrksəm/

irksome

迷惑的
Meaning
annoying or irritating
Example
Waiting in a long line is one of the most irksome tasks.
長い列に並んでいるのは、最も迷惑な作業の一つです。
C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈsaɪsɪv/

Indecisive

優柔不断な
Meaning
unable to make decisions quickly; hesitant; wavering
Example
She was indecisive about which university to attend.
彼女はどの大学に入学すべきか決めかねていた。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnˌkɒnsɪˈkwɛnʃəl/

inconsequential

重要でない
Meaning
Not important or significant; too small to matter.
Example
The mistake was minor and inconsequential.
その間違いは小さく、重要ではありませんでした。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈsɪstənt/

insistent

執拗な
Meaning
demanding something firmly and refusing to accept no
Example
The child was insistent on getting a new toy.
その子供は新しいおもちゃを手に入れることに執拗だった。
C1 adjective ɪmˈpɛkəbl

impeccable

完璧な
Meaning
In accordance with the highest standards; faultless.
Example
His impeccable taste in fashion was admired by all his peers.
彼の完璧なファッションセンスは、すべての同僚に賞賛されました。
C1 noun /ɪnˈdem.nə.ti/

Indemnity

補償
Meaning
security or protection against a loss or other financial burden; compensation for damage or loss
Example
The insurance company provided full indemnity for the damages caused by the flood.
保険会社は洪水による損害に対して完全な補償を提供しました。
C1 adjective /ɪˈnɔːɡjərəl/

Inaugural

開幕
Meaning
marking the beginning of something; first; opening
Example
The president delivered his inaugural speech.
大統領は彼の開幕スピーチを行いました。
C1 verb /ˌɪntərˈsɛpt/

intercept

Meaning
to stop, catch, or seize something on its way from one place to another
Example
The police intercepted the stolen car before it crossed the border.
C1 adjective ˌɪn.təˈstel.ər

interstellar

星間の、インターステラ、宇宙の
Meaning
Occurring or situated between stars.
Example
Scientists study interstellar travel possibilities.
科学者たちはインターステラ旅行の可能性を研究しています。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpjʊər/

Impure

不純
Meaning
contaminated; not clean; mixed with foreign substances
Example
The impure water caused health problems in the village.
不純な水は村で健康問題を引き起こしました。
C1 verb /ɪnˈstɪl/

instill

植え付ける
Meaning
to gradually but firmly establish an idea, attitude, or habit in someone's mind
Example
Parents try to instill good values in their children.
親は子供に良い価値観を植え付けようとしています。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnədˈvaɪzəbl/

inadvisable

推奨されない
Meaning
Not recommended; likely to have undesirable consequences.
Example
It is inadvisable to drive in such heavy rain.
このような大雨の中で運転するのは推奨されません。
C1 verb ɪˈnɪʃɪeɪtɪd

initiated

開始された
Meaning
Caused a process or action to begin; started something.
Example
The project was initiated to enhance marine biodiversity.
プロジェクトは海洋生物多様性を向上させるために開始されました。
C1 noun /ˈɪn.trə.vɜːrt/

introvert

内向的
Meaning
A person who tends to be shy and prefers spending time alone rather than in groups.
Example
As an introvert, he preferred reading over attending parties.
内向的な性格として、パーティに参加するよりも読書の方が好きでした。
C1 noun /ɪnˈdaɪtmənt/

indictment

起訴状
Meaning
a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime
Example
The indictment accused the company of multiple violations.
起訴状は、会社に対する複数の違反を告発しました。
C1 adjective /ˈɪnbɔːrn/

Inborn

生まれつきの; 生来の; 内在的な
Meaning
existing from birth; natural; inherent
Example
She has an inborn talent for music.
彼女は音楽のための生まれつきの才能を持っています。
C1 adjective /ɪˈræʃənəl/

irrational

非合理的
Meaning
not logical or reasonable; lacking clear thought
Example
His fear of the dark was completely irrational.
彼の暗闇への恐れは完全に非合理的でした。
C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈskrɪmɪnət/

indiscriminate

無差別
Meaning
Done without careful judgment; random or haphazard.
Example
The indiscriminate use of pesticides harms the environment.
農薬の無差別な使用は環境に害を与えます。
C1 adjective /ˌɪntərˈtʃeɪndʒəbl/

interchangeable

交換可能な
Meaning
able to be exchanged with each other without difference or loss of function
Example
These machine parts are interchangeable, so they can be replaced easily.
これらの機械部品は交換可能なため、簡単に交換できます。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnɑːrˈtɪkjʊlət/

inarticulate

言葉が不明瞭
Meaning
Unable to express oneself clearly or effectively in speech or writing.
Example
She became inarticulate with emotion during the speech.
彼女はスピーチ中に感情で言葉が不明瞭になった。
C1 noun /ˌɪm.pəˈzɪʃ.ən/

Imposition

課税; 負担; 不公平な要求
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.
相談なしに新しい税金が課され、市民は非常に怒りました。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈvɛntɪv/

inventive

創造的
Meaning
Having the ability to create or design new things or to think originally.
Example
The inventor was known for his inventive solutions to everyday problems.
発明家は日常の問題に対する創造的な解決策で知られていた。
C1 adjective ˌɪn.krəˈmen.təl

incremental

増分的
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.
増分的な変化は持続可能性を確保します。
C1 noun /ˈɪn.tə.lekt/

intellect

知能
Meaning
The ability to think, reason, and understand objectively.
Example
Her intellect is admired by all her colleagues.
彼女の知能はすべての同僚に賞賛されています。
C1 verb /ɪnˈfjʊərieɪt/

infuriate

激怒させる
Meaning
To make someone extremely angry.
Example
His careless remarks infuriated the entire team.
彼の不注意な発言がチーム全体を怒らせた。
C1 verb /ˈaɪdəlaɪz/

idolize

偶像視する
Meaning
To admire or worship someone excessively.
Example
Fans often idolize celebrities for their talent and lifestyle.
ファンはしばしばその才能とライフスタイルのために有名人を偶像視します。
C1 noun ˌɪn.fɪlˈtreɪ.ʃən

infiltration

浸透、秘密のアクセス
Meaning
The process of entering or gaining access to an organization or place surreptitiously.
Example
Cybersecurity prevents infiltration into sensitive data.
サイバーセキュリティは、機密データへの浸透を防ぎます。
C1 adjective /ˈɪntrɪkət/

intricate

複雑
Meaning
very detailed, complex, and difficult to understand
Example
The artist created an intricate pattern on the wall.
アーティストは壁に複雑な模様を作り出しました。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈsɪdərət/

inconsiderate

思いやりがない
Meaning
Thoughtless; showing a lack of concern for others.
Example
It was inconsiderate of him to play loud music late at night.
夜遅くに大きな音で音楽を流すことは、思いやりがない行動でした。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdiːsənt/

indecent

不品な
Meaning
not conforming to accepted standards of behavior or morality; improper or offensive
Example
He was warned for making an indecent remark during the meeting.
彼は不品な発言で注意された。
C1 adjective ɪnˈdel.ə.bəl

indelible

消えない
Meaning
Making marks that cannot be removed; impossible to forget or remove.
Example
Her speech left an indelible mark on the audience.
彼女のスピーチは聴衆に消えない印象を残しました。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpʌlsɪv/

impulsive

衝動的な, 直感的な
Meaning
acting suddenly without careful thought
Example
She made an impulsive decision to buy the car.
彼女は衝動的な決定で車を買うことにしました。
C1 noun /ɪmˈpɛdɪmənt/

impediments

障害
Meaning
A hindrance or obstruction in doing something; things that prevent progress or achievement.
Example
Economic impediments often hinder social development.
経済的な障害はしばしば社会的発展を妨げる。
C1 adjective /ˌɪntərˈtwaɪnd/

intertwined

幸福
Meaning
closely connected or twisted together
Example
Their lives became deeply intertwined after the accident.
彼女は賞を受け取ったとき、幸せを隠せませんでした。
C1 noun /ˌɪndɪɡˈneɪʃən/

indignation

憤慨
Meaning
Strong displeasure or anger caused by something unjust, offensive, or insulting.
Example
Public indignation grew after the unfair verdict.
不公平な判決の後で、公衆の憤慨が高まった。
C1 adjective /ɪˈnuːmərəbəl/

Innumerable

無数; 数えきれない; 無限
Meaning
too many to be counted; countless; infinite in number
Example
There are innumerable stars in the night sky that we cannot see with our naked eyes.
夜空には数えきれない星があり、私たちは裸眼では見ることができません。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpæʃənd/

impassioned

情熱的な
Meaning
Filled with or showing great emotion.
Example
She gave an impassioned speech about human rights.
彼女は人権について情熱的なスピーチを行いました。
C1 adjective /ɪˈnɛpt/

inept

不器用
Meaning
lacking skill or ability; clumsy or incompetent
Example
His inept handling of the situation made it worse.
彼の不器用な状況の対処が状況を悪化させた。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtɜːrmənəbl/

interminable

終わりのない
Meaning
Seemingly endless; having no apparent end.
Example
The meeting felt interminable and exhausting.
会議は終わりのない疲れるもののように感じた。
C1 noun /ˌɪnfɪˈdɛləti/

infidelity

不倫
Meaning
the act of being unfaithful to a spouse or partner
Example
Their marriage ended due to his infidelity.
彼らの結婚は彼の不倫が原因で終わった。
C1 noun /ˈɪŋ.krə.mənt/

Increment

増加
Meaning
an increase or addition, especially one of a series on a fixed scale; a regular increase in salary
Example
He received an annual increment of five percent in his salary this year.
彼は今年、自分の給料に5パーセントの年次増加を受け取った。
C1 adverb /ɪnˈdɛfɪnətli/

indefinitely

無期限で
Meaning
for an unlimited or unspecified period of time
Example
The project has been postponed indefinitely.
プロジェクトは無期限で延期されました。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtændʒəbl/

intangible

無形の
Meaning
Unable to be touched or grasped; not having a physical presence.
Example
Trust is an intangible quality in relationships.
信頼は関係において無形の特質です。
C1 adjective /ˌɪntəˈrɑːɡətɪv/

interrogative

疑問の
Meaning
Relating to or conveying a question; in grammar, used to form questions.
Example
She raised an interrogative eyebrow when she heard the news.
彼女はそのニュースを聞いて疑問のまなざしを向けました。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpoʊzɪŋ/

imposing

威圧的な
Meaning
having an appearance that is grand, impressive, or commanding
Example
The castle is an imposing structure overlooking the valley.
その城は谷を見下ろす威圧的な構造です。
C1 adjective /ˌɪrɪˈvɜːrsəbl/

irreversible

不可逆な
Meaning
Not able to be undone, changed, or reversed.
Example
The damage caused by the fire was irreversible.
火事によって生じた損害は不可逆でした。
C1 adverb ɪnˈtrɪn.zɪ.kli

intrinsically

本質的に
Meaning
In a way that is naturally or inherently part of something's essential nature.
Example
Some people are intrinsically motivated to learn.
いくつかの人々は本質的に学ぶことに動機づけられている。
C1 noun /ˌɪmɔːrˈtæləti/

immortality

不死; 永遠の命
Meaning
the state of living forever; eternal life or lasting fame beyond death
Example
Many ancient cultures believed that heroes could achieve immortality through great deeds.
多くの古代文化では、英雄が偉業によって不死を得られると信じられていた。
C1 adjective ˌɪn.təˈmɪt.ənt

intermittent

断続的
Meaning
Happening irregularly, not continuously.
Example
The rain was intermittent throughout the day.
雨は一日中断続的でした。
C1 noun /ɪmˈbæl.əns/

Imbalance

不均衡
Meaning
lack of proportion or relation between corresponding things; unequal distribution
Example
The doctor said the patient's dizziness was caused by an inner ear imbalance.
医者は患者のめまいが内耳の不均衡によって引き起こされたと言いました。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtjuː.ɪ.tɪv/

intuitive

直感的
Meaning
Based on instinctive understanding rather than reasoning.
Example
The software has an intuitive design that makes it easy to use.
そのソフトウェアは直感的なデザインを持っており、使いやすいです。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɛndɪŋ/

impending

差し迫った
Meaning
about to happen soon, usually something unpleasant or threatening
Example
The villagers were worried about the impending flood.
村人たちは差し迫った洪水を心配していた。
C1 noun /ɪnˈsɜːʃən/

insertion

挿入
Meaning
the action of inserting something into something else
Example
The insertion of the new data was completed successfully.
新しいデータの挿入は成功裏に完了しました。
C1 verb /ɪnˈtruːd/

intrude

干渉する
Meaning
To enter a place or situation where one is not wanted or not invited.
Example
He felt embarrassed to intrude on their private conversation.
彼は彼らのプライベートな会話に干渉して恥ずかしく思った。
C1 noun /ɪnˈhɛrɪtər/

inheritor

相続人
Meaning
a person who receives money, property, or a title when someone dies
Example
She became the inheritor of her family's estate.
彼女は家族の財産の相続人となった。
C1 noun /ˌɪntəkəˈnɛktɪvɪti/

interconnectivity

相互接続性
Meaning
The state of being interconnected or the degree of connectivity between components
Example
The rise of interconnectivity has transformed global communication.
インターコネクティビティの発展は、世界中のコミュニケーションを変革しました。
C1 adverb /ˌɪn.ədˈvɜːr.tənt.li/

Inadvertently

うっかり; ついうっかり; 誤って
Meaning
without being aware of what you are doing; unintentionally; by mistake
Example
She inadvertently deleted the important file while cleaning her computer.
彼女はコンピュータを掃除しているとき、重要なファイルをうっかり削除してしまった。
C1 verb /ɪmˈpiːtʃ/

impeach

Meaning
To charge a public official with misconduct while in office.
Example
The parliament voted to impeach the president.
C1 noun /ˈɪnˌmeɪt/

inmate

囚人
Meaning
a person confined to an institution such as a prison or hospital
Example
The prison has over a thousand inmates.
刑務所には千人以上の囚人がいます。
C1 noun /ˈɪnstɪˌɡeɪtər/

instigator

扇動者
Meaning
A person who brings about or initiates something, usually something bad.
Example
The police identified him as the instigator of the violence.
警察は彼を暴力の扇動者として特定しました。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtɒl.ər.ə.bəl/

Intolerable

耐えられない
Meaning
unable to be endured; extremely unpleasant or painful
Example
The noise from the construction site was intolerable.
工事現場の騒音は耐えられないほどひどかった。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɛn.ɪ.trə.bəl/

impenetrable

Meaning
Impossible to pass through or enter; impossible to understand.
Example
The dense forest was nearly impenetrable.
C1 noun ɪnˈsɛpʃən

inception

始まり
Meaning
The establishment or starting point of an institution or activity.
Example
The inception of the company marked a new era in the industry.
その企業のインセプションは業界に新しい時代を築きました。
C1 noun /ˌɪnflɛksɪˈbɪlɪti/

inflexibility

柔軟性の欠如
Meaning
the quality of being rigid or unwilling to change; lack of adaptability
Example
The inflexibility of the rules caused unnecessary delays.
規則の柔軟性の欠如が不要な遅れを引き起こした。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɛtʃ.u.əs/

impetuous

衝動的な
Meaning
Acting or done quickly and without thought or care; impulsive.
Example
His impetuous decision led to unexpected consequences.
彼の衝動的な決断は予想外の結果を招いた。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈɛlɪdʒəbəl/

Ineligible

不適格; 無資格; 選ばれない
Meaning
not qualified or entitled to participate or be chosen; unsuitable
Example
Students with poor grades are ineligible for the scholarship program.
成績が悪い学生は奨学金プログラムに応募できません。
C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈspjuːtəbəl/

Indisputable

議論の余地がない; 否定できない; 確定的
Meaning
impossible to deny or argue against; undeniable; certain
Example
The evidence against him was indisputable.
彼に対する証拠は議論の余地がなかった。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈvɜːs/

Inverse

逆の; 反対の
Meaning
opposite in order, nature, or effect; reversed
Example
There is an inverse relationship between price and demand.
価格と需要の間に逆の関係があります。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈɡreɪnd/

ingrained

根強い
Meaning
Firmly fixed or established; deeply rooted and difficult to change.
Example
His ingrained habits were hard to break.
彼の根強い習慣は壊すのが難しかった。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːmiəbl/

impermeable

不透水の
Meaning
Not allowing fluid or gas to pass through.
Example
The container is made of impermeable plastic.
その容器は不透水のプラスチックでできています。
C1 noun /aɪl/

isle

小さな島
Meaning
A small island or peninsula, often poetic or literary.
Example
They spent their honeymoon on a beautiful tropical isle.
彼らは美しい熱帯の島でハネムーンを過ごしました。
C1 noun /ɪnˈfjuːʒən/

infusion

注入
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.
彼女はカモミールティーの落ち着く注入を準備しました。
C1 verb /ɪˈluːmɪneɪt/

illuminate

照らす
Meaning
To light up or make something clearer.
Example
Streetlights illuminate the road at night.
街路灯が夜に道路を照らします。
C1 noun /ɪnˈfɜːrnoʊ/

inferno

火災
Meaning
a large, intense fire that is dangerously out of control
Example
The building turned into an inferno within minutes.
その建物は数分で火災に変わった。
C1 adjective ˌɪn.təˈdɪs.ɪ.plɪ.nər.i

interdisciplinary

学際的
Meaning
Relating to more than one branch of knowledge.
Example
The interdisciplinary approach in education enhances problem-solving skills.
教育における学際的アプローチは、問題解決スキルを向上させる。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdefɪnət/

Indefinite

不確定な
Meaning
not clearly defined; uncertain; vague; unlimited in time
Example
The meeting has been postponed for an indefinite period.
会議は不確定な期間に延期されました。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈseɪʃəbl̩/

insatiable

満たされない
Meaning
impossible to satisfy; always wanting more
Example
Her insatiable curiosity drove her to read every book in the library.
彼女の満たされない好奇心は、図書館のすべての本を読むように彼女を駆り立てた。
C1 adjective /ɪˈluː.sɪv/

Illusive

幻想的な; 存在しているように見えるが実際には存在しない; 騙すような
Meaning
deceptive; appearing to exist but not real; misleading
Example
The promise of easy money proved to be illusive and misleading.
簡単なお金の約束は幻想的であり、誤解を招くものでした。
C1 noun /ɪˈmɜː.ʃən/

immersion

没入
Meaning
Complete engagement in an environment or experience.
Example
Immersion in VR games makes users feel like they are inside the virtual world.
VRゲームへの没入は、ユーザーが仮想世界にいるように感じさせます。
C1 adjective ˌɪn.trəˈspek.tɪv

introspective

内省的
Meaning
Characterized by or given to introspection; examining one's own thoughts and feelings.
Example
Writers tend to be highly introspective individuals.
作家はしばしば非常に内省的な人々である。
C1 noun /ɪnˈdjuːsmənt/

inducement

誘因
Meaning
something that persuades or encourages someone to do something
Example
The company offered a bonus as an inducement to employees.
会社は従業員にインセンティブとしてボーナスを提供しました。
C1 noun /ˌɪn.dʒəˈnjuː.ɪ.ti/

ingenuity

独創性
Meaning
The quality of being clever, original, and inventive.
Example
His ingenuity led to groundbreaking innovations.
彼の創意工夫は画期的な革新を生み出しました。
C1 noun /ˈɪmɪnəns/

imminence

差し迫り、間近な状態
Meaning
the state of being about to happen
Example
The imminence of the storm forced people to take shelter.
嵐の差し迫りが人々を避難させることを強制した。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnsərˈmaʊntəbl/

insurmountable

克服不可能
Meaning
Too great to be overcome.
Example
The explorers faced insurmountable odds in the desert.
探検者たちは砂漠で克服不可能な障害に直面した。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnhɒˈspɪtəbl/

inhospitable

住みにくい
Meaning
Harsh and difficult to live in; unfriendly or unwelcoming to guests.
Example
The desert is an inhospitable environment for most plants.
砂漠はほとんどの植物にとって住みにくい環境です。
C1 noun /ˈɪtʃ.i.nəs/

itchiness

かゆみ
Meaning
The quality or condition of feeling an irritating sensation on the skin that causes a desire to scratch.
Example
Eye itchiness often leads to rubbing.
目のかゆみはしばしば擦る原因となります。
C1 noun /ˌɪnklɪˈneɪʃən/

inclination

傾向
Meaning
A natural tendency or urge to act or feel in a particular way.
Example
She has an inclination towards helping others.
彼女は他の人を助ける傾向があります。
C1 verb /ˌɪn.tɚˈtwaɪn/

intertwine

密接に接続またはリンクする; 一緒にねじるまたは密接に結合する
Meaning
To connect or link closely; to twist together or combine closely.
Example
Their lives became intertwined through years of friendship.
彼らの生活は長年の友情を通じて絡み合った。
C1 noun /ɪnˈsaɪtmənt/

incitement

扇動
Meaning
the action of provoking unlawful or violent behavior
Example
He was arrested for incitement to riot.
彼は暴動を扇動した罪で逮捕された。
C1 noun ˈɪm.pɪ.təs

impetus

推進力
Meaning
The force or motivation that drives something forward; momentum.
Example
The new policy provided an impetus for economic growth.
新しい政策は経済成長のための推進力を提供しました。
C1 verb /ɪmˈpɜːrsəneɪt/

impersonate

偽る
Meaning
to pretend to be another person in order to entertain or deceive
Example
He was arrested for trying to impersonate a police officer.
彼は警察官を装おうとしたため逮捕されました。
C1 noun ɪnˌɛv.ɪ.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti

inevitability

避けられない運命
Meaning
The quality of being certain to happen and impossible to avoid or prevent.
Example
The inevitability of change is a part of life.
変化の避けられないことは人生の一部です。
C1 noun /ˌɪn.trəˈspek.ʃən/

introspection

内省
Meaning
The examination or observation of one's own mental and emotional processes; self-reflection.
Example
Through introspection, she gained insight into her emotions.
内省を通じて、彼女は自分の感情に対する深い洞察を得ました。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈveə.ri.ə.bəl/

Invariable

不変の; 一定の; 常に同じ
Meaning
never changing; constant; always the same
Example
His invariable routine includes morning exercise and coffee.
彼の不変のルーチンには、朝の運動とコーヒーが含まれています。
C1 noun ɪmˈpɛə(r)mənt

impairment

損傷、障害
Meaning
The state of being damaged or weakened; a disability or handicap.
Example
Hearing impairment can be caused by long-term exposure to loud noise.
聴力障害は長期間の大きな音への曝露によって引き起こされる可能性があります。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈfriːkwənt/

infrequent

稀な
Meaning
Happening rarely or not often.
Example
He made infrequent visits to his hometown after moving abroad.
彼は海外に移住した後、故郷にあまり頻繁に訪れることはありませんでした。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈvɪnsəbl/

invincible

無敵
Meaning
too powerful to be defeated or overcome
Example
The team seemed invincible after winning ten matches in a row.
そのチームは10試合連続で勝利した後、無敵に見えた。
C1 noun /aɪˈdiː.ə.lɪ.zəm/

Idealism

理想主義
Meaning
the pursuit of high principles and noble goals; unrealistic pursuit of perfection
Example
His youthful idealism motivated him to join various social justice movements.
彼の若い理想主義は、彼を様々な社会正義運動に参加させる原動力となった。
C1 noun ˌɪm.pʌlˈsɪv.ɪ.ti

impulsivity

衝動性
Meaning
The tendency to act quickly and without thought or care; lack of self-control.
Example
His impulsivity led him to make reckless choices.
彼の衝動性は、無謀な選択をさせた。
C1 noun ɪnˈsɒl.vən.si

insolvency

破産
Meaning
The state of being unable to pay debts owed; bankruptcy.
Example
The company declared insolvency after years of losses.
その会社は多くの損失の後、破産を宣言した。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈprɒmp.tjuː/

impromptu

即興
Meaning
Done without being planned, organized, or rehearsed; spontaneous.
Example
He gave an impromptu speech at the event.
彼はイベントで即興のスピーチを行いました。
C1 verb /ˈɪnkjʊˌbeɪt/

incubate

孵化する
Meaning
to keep eggs, cells, or organisms at the right conditions for development
Example
The hen will incubate the eggs until they hatch.
そのニワトリは卵が孵化するまでインキュベートします。
C1 adjective /ɪˈrɛfjʊtəbəl/

Irrefutable

反論できない
Meaning
impossible to deny or disprove; undeniable
Example
The evidence against him was irrefutable.
彼に対する証拠は否定できないものでした。
C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈvɪzəbl/

indivisible

Meaning
Not able to be divided or separated.
Example
The country's unity was indivisible despite differences.
C1 adjective /ɪˈlʌstriəs/

illustrious

著名
Meaning
Well known, respected, and admired for past achievements.
Example
She had an illustrious career in medicine.
彼女は医学の分野で著名なキャリアを持っていた。
C1 noun ɪˌræʃ.ənˈæl.ɪ.ti

irrationality

非合理性, 非論理性, 不合理
Meaning
The quality of being illogical or unreasonable; lack of rational thought.
Example
His decision was driven by complete irrationality.
彼の決定は完全に非合理的でした。
C1 noun /ˌɪnkwɪˈzɪʃən/

inquisition

尋問
Meaning
A prolonged and intense questioning or investigation, often harsh in nature.
Example
The journalist faced an inquisition from the panel about his sources.
ジャーナリストは、自分の情報源に関するパネルからの厳しい尋問に直面した。
C1 noun ɪnˈdʌldʒəns

indulgence

嗜好
Meaning
The practice of allowing oneself to enjoy the pleasure of something.
Example
His indulgence in junk food affected his health.
彼のジャンクフードへの過度の嗜好は健康を害した。
C1 verb ɪˈmɜːrs

immerse

浸る
Meaning
To involve oneself deeply in a particular activity or interest; to surround completely.
Example
Immerse yourself in the new language.
新しい言語に浸ってください。
C1 noun /ˌɪnækˈtɪvɪti/

inactivity

不活動
Meaning
the state of not being active physically or mentally; lack of action
Example
Prolonged inactivity can negatively affect both physical and mental health.
長期間の不活動は身体的および精神的健康に悪影響を与えます。
C1 noun ˌɪn.tuˈɪʃ.ən

intuition

直感
Meaning
The ability to understand something immediately, without the need for conscious reasoning.
Example
Her intuition told her something was wrong.
彼女の直感は何かが間違っていると言った。
C1 verb /ˌɪntəˈsɛkt/

intersect

交差する
Meaning
to cross or pass through each other
Example
The two roads intersect at the city center.
二つの道路は市内中心で交差する。
C1 adjective /ˈɪrɪtəbl/

irritable

Meaning
easily annoyed or made angry
Example
She became irritable after working long hours without rest.
C1 adjective /ɪnˈsɛp(ə)rəbəl/

inseparable

切り離せない
Meaning
Unable to be separated or always together.
Example
The two friends have been inseparable since childhood.
二人の友達は子供の頃から切り離せないです。
C1 verb /ɪnˈvoʊk/

invoke

呼び出す
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.
弁護士は憲法を引き合いに出して自分のクライアントを守った。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpɑːrʃəl/

Impartial

公正; 中立的
Meaning
treating all sides fairly; unbiased; neutral
Example
A good judge must remain impartial throughout the trial.
優れた裁判官は裁判中に公正を保たなければなりません。
C1 verb /ɪnˈdʌkt/

induct

Meaning
to formally admit someone into a position, organization, or office
Example
She was inducted into the university's honor society.
C1 verb /ɪnˈvælɪdeɪt/

invalidate

無効にする
Meaning
To make something not valid or legally acceptable.
Example
The new evidence may invalidate the previous ruling.
新しい証拠が前の判決を無効にするかもしれません。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpæsɪv/

impassive

無表情
Meaning
Not showing or feeling emotion; expressionless.
Example
Despite the shocking news, she remained impassive.
衝撃的なニュースにもかかわらず、彼女は無表情のままでした。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnəˈtɛntɪv/

inattentive

不注意な
Meaning
not paying attention; lacking focus or concentration
Example
The inattentive student missed several important instructions.
不注意な学生は重要な指示をいくつも逃した。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈflæməbəl/

Inflammable

可燃; 発火性
Meaning
easily set on fire; flammable; combustible
Example
The inflammable material caught fire quickly.
その可燃性材料はすぐに火をつけました。