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C1 noun /ɪˈrɛlɪvənsi/

irrelevancy

無関係性
Meaning
the state of being unrelated or unimportant to the matter at hand
Example
The judge dismissed the argument because of its irrelevancy to the case.
裁判官はその主張が事件と無関係であるとして退けた。
C1 noun /ɪnˈsɜːrdʒənt/

insurgent

反乱者
Meaning
A person who rises in revolt against authority or government.
Example
The army arrested several insurgents after the attack.
軍隊は攻撃後、数人の反乱者を逮捕した。
C1 adjective /ˈɪmpjəd(ə)nt/

impudent

無礼な、厚かましい
Meaning
not showing due respect for another person; rude
Example
The impudent child talked back to the teacher.
その無礼な子供は先生に逆らった。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈkluːsɪv/

inconclusive

結論が出ていない
Meaning
Not leading to a definite result or decision.
Example
The investigation remained inconclusive due to a lack of evidence.
証拠の不足により、調査は結論が出ていないままでした。
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 adjective /ɪˈledʒ.ə.bəl/

illegible

読めない
Meaning
Not clear enough to be read; unreadable.
Example
The doctor’s handwriting was almost illegible.
医者の手書きはほとんど読めなかった。
C1 noun /ˌɪndɪˈdʒɛstʃən/

indigestion

Meaning
Discomfort or pain in the stomach associated with difficulty in digesting food.
Example
He avoided spicy food because it often gave him indigestion.
C1 verb /ɪˈnɔːɡjʊreɪt/

inaugurate

Meaning
To formally begin or introduce something, especially with a ceremony.
Example
The mayor will inaugurate the new bridge tomorrow.
C1 adjective /ˌɪn.səˈbɔːr.dɪ.nət/

insubordinate

命令不服従
Meaning
Defiant of authority; disobedient to orders.
Example
The insubordinate employee refused to follow the manager's instructions.
命令不服従の従業員は、マネージャーの指示に従うことを拒否した。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈsʌf.ər.ə.bəl/

insufferable

耐え難い
Meaning
Too extreme to bear; intolerable.
Example
The heat during the summer was insufferable.
夏の暑さは耐え難かった。
C1 verb ɪmˈbjuː

Imbue

誰かの心にアイデアや感情を深く浸透させる
Meaning
Mixing some idea or feeling deeply into someone's mind
Example
The teacher tried to imbue students with a love for learning.
教師は学生に学びへの愛を伝えようとした。
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 adjective /ɪnˈveɪsɪv/

invasive

侵襲的
Meaning
Tending to spread harmfully, intruding aggressively, or encroaching beyond proper boundaries.
Example
The doctor explained that the procedure was minimally invasive.
医者は、その手順が最小限の侵襲的であることを説明しました。
C1 adjective; noun /ɪˈmɔːrtl/

immortal

不死の
Meaning
living forever; never dying; lasting forever in fame or memory
Example
Legends often describe heroes as immortal beings who never die.
伝説では英雄は不死の存在だとされる。
C1 noun/verb /ˈɪmprɪnt/

imprint

刻印
Meaning
A mark or impression made by pressure; to establish or fix firmly in someone's mind.
Example
The event left an indelible imprint on the city's history.
その出来事は都市の歴史に消えない刻印を残した。
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 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 /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 verb /ɪnˈfleɪt/

inflate

膨らませる;水増しする
Meaning
to fill with air or gas so it expands; to increase excessively or artificially
Example
The mechanic inflated the tire to the correct pressure.
整備士はタイヤを適切な空気圧まで膨らませた。
C1 noun /ˌɪntərˈmɪʃən/

intermission

休憩
Meaning
A pause or break, especially during a performance or event.
Example
The play had a twenty-minute intermission.
その劇には20分間の休憩がありました。
C1 verb /aɪˈdiː.ə.laɪz/

idealize

理想化する
Meaning
To regard or represent something as perfect or better than it really is.
Example
Children often idealize their parents.
子供たちはしばしば親を理想化します。
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 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 verb /ɪmˈpɛl/

impel

Meaning
to drive, force, or urge someone to do something
Example
Her curiosity impelled her to open the mysterious box.
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 noun /ɪˈreləvəns/

irrelevance

無関係性
Meaning
the quality of not being connected to or important for a particular matter; lack of significance
Example
His long explanation only highlighted the irrelevance of the details to the main issue.
彼の長い説明は、細部が主な問題と無関係であることを強調しただけだった。
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 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 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 /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 /ɪnˈsɛnsəbl/

insensible

無意識
Meaning
Unconscious; unaware of or indifferent to something.
Example
He was insensible to the cold as he lay in the snow.
彼は雪の中で横たわっているとき、寒さに無意識でした。
C1 noun /ˈɪn.floʊ/

inflow

流入
Meaning
The movement of things such as money, people, or water into a place.
Example
The inflow of tourists boosted the local economy.
観光客の流入が地域経済を活性化させた。
C1 verb /ɪnˈsaɪt/

incite

扇動する
Meaning
to provoke; to stir up
Example
His speech incited the crowd to violence.
彼のスピーチは群衆を暴力に駆り立てた。
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 noun /ɪnˌtɪmɪˈdeɪʃən/

intimidation

威圧
Meaning
The action of frightening or threatening someone to make them do something.
Example
The workers reported cases of intimidation by the management.
労働者たちは経営陣による威圧の事例を報告しました。
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 /ɪnˈdɪɡnənt/

indignant

憤慨した
Meaning
Feeling or showing anger at something considered unfair or unjust.
Example
She was indignant when accused of cheating.
彼女は不正行為を非難されたとき、憤慨していた。
C1 adverb /ɪnˈvɜːrs.li/

Inversely

逆に; 反対に
Meaning
in a way that is opposite or contrary; in reverse order or manner
Example
The price of goods is inversely related to their availability in the market.
商品の価格は市場での入手可能性に逆に関連しています。
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 /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 adjective /ɪmˈpɜːrtɪnənt/

impertinent

無礼な
Meaning
rude and showing a lack of respect
Example
It was impertinent of him to question the manager's decision.
マネージャーの決定に疑問を呈するのは無礼でした。
C1 noun /ˈaɪsətəʊp/

isotope

同位体
Meaning
Atoms of the same element with equal number of protons but different numbers of neutrons.
Example
Carbon-14 is a radioactive isotope used in dating fossils.
炭素-14は化石の年代を測定するために使用される放射性同位体です。
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 noun /ɪnˈkɜːrʒən/

incursion

侵入
Meaning
A sudden attack or invasion into a place or territory.
Example
The army repelled the enemy incursion at the border.
軍隊は国境で敵の侵入を撃退した。
C1 noun ˌɪndɪˈspensəbl̩ ˈkɒmpɪtənsi

indispensable competency

不可欠な能力
Meaning
Essential skill or ability that cannot be done without; a crucial capability that is absolutely necessary.
Example
Digital literacy is an indispensable competency in the 21st century.
デジタルリテラシーは21世紀のインディスペンセブルなコンピテンスです。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈhɛrənt/

inherent

固有の
Meaning
Existing in something as a natural, permanent, or essential quality.
Example
There are inherent risks in extreme sports.
エクストリームスポーツには固有のリスクが存在する。
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 /ɪnˈses.ənt/

incessant

絶え間ない
Meaning
Continuing without pause or interruption; constant.
Example
The incessant noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate.
建設現場からの絶え間ない騒音は集中するのを困難にしました。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈpæsəbəl/

impassable

通行不可能
Meaning
Impossible to travel along or over.
Example
The road became impassable after the heavy snowfall.
大雪の後、道は通行不可能になりました。
C1 verb /ɪmˈpɑːrt/

impart

伝える
Meaning
to make information known; to bestow or communicate
Example
The teacher imparted valuable knowledge to her students.
教師は生徒に貴重な知識を授けました。
C1 noun /ɪnˈsæn.ə.ti/

Insanity

狂気; 精神疾患
Meaning
the state of being seriously mentally ill; extreme foolishness or irrationality
Example
The defense lawyer argued that his client was not guilty by reason of insanity.
弁護人は、被告人が狂気によって無罪であると主張した。
C1 noun /ˌɪntərˌɒpərəˈbɪləti/

interoperability

相互運用性
Meaning
The ability of computer systems or software to exchange and make use of information.
Example
The interoperability of different software systems ensures seamless workflow.
異なるソフトウェアシステムの相互運用性は、シームレスな作業の流れを確保します。
C1 adjective ɪn ˈfleɪ.ʃə.ner.i

inflationary

インフレ的
Meaning
Characterized by or tending to cause monetary inflation; relating to rising prices.
Example
The government took measures to control inflationary pressures.
政府はインフレ圧力を制御するために措置を講じた。
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 verb /ɪmˈpɪndʒ/

impinge

影響を与える
Meaning
to have an effect or impact on something; to encroach or infringe
Example
The noise from the construction site impinges on our daily activities.
建設現場の音は私たちの日常的な活動に影響を与えます。
C1 adjective /ɪˈmoʊbəl/

immobile

動けない
Meaning
unable to move or be moved
Example
After the accident, he was immobile for weeks.
事故の後、彼は数週間動けなかった。
C1 adjective /ˌɪndɪˈvɪzəbl/

indivisible

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

instigate

扇動する
Meaning
To bring about or initiate an action, often something negative.
Example
He was accused of instigating the riot.
彼は暴動を扇動したとして告発された。
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 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 adjective ɪˈneɪt

Innate

生まれつきのまたは自然の
Meaning
Existing from birth or natural
Example
She has an innate talent for music.
彼女は音楽において生まれつきの才能を持っている。
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 verb /ɪmˈpiːd/

impede

妨げる
Meaning
To obstruct or hinder the progress or development of something.
Example
Lack of funds can impede business growth.
資金不足はビジネスの成長を妨げる可能性があります。
C1 adjective /ɪmˈprɒbəbl/

improbable

あり得ない
Meaning
Not likely to be true or to happen.
Example
It seems improbable that he will arrive on time.
彼が時間通りに到着するのはあり得ないようだ。
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 noun ˌɪrɪˈvɜːrsəbl ˈdæmɪdʒ

irreversible damage

取り返しのつかない損害
Meaning
Harm or injury that cannot be undone or repaired.
Example
Climate change causes irreversible damage to ecosystems.
気候変動は生態系に取り返しのつかない損害を与えます。
C1 adjective /ɪˈniː.bri.eɪ.tɪd/

inebriated

酔っ払った
Meaning
under the influence of alcohol; drunk
Example
He stumbled into the room completely inebriated.
彼は完全に酔っ払って部屋に入ってきた。
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 /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 verb /ɪnˈfjuːz/

infuse

Meaning
to fill or spread through something; to instill a quality, idea, or feeling
Example
The teacher tried to infuse her students with a love for reading.
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 /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 verb /ɪnˈdaɪt/

indict

起訴する
Meaning
to formally accuse someone of committing a serious crime
Example
The grand jury decided to indict the politician for corruption.
大陪審団は腐敗のために政治家を起訴することを決定した。
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 /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 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 /ɪnˈædɪkwəsi/

inadequacy

不十分さ
Meaning
lack of sufficient ability, quality, or strength; a feeling of not being good enough
Example
She struggled with feelings of inadequacy at work despite her strong qualifications.
十分な資格があるにもかかわらず、彼女は職場で不十分さを感じていた。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈedəbəl/

Inedible

食べられない
Meaning
not suitable or safe for eating; not edible
Example
The mushrooms were poisonous and completely inedible.
そのキノコは毒性があり、完全に食べられないものでした。
C1 noun /ɪˌreɡjəˈlærɪti/

irregularity

不規則性
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.
監査により、その会社の記録にいくつかの財務上の不規則性が明らかになった。
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 adjective /ɪˈmuː.və.bəl/

immovable

動かせない
Meaning
Not able to be moved; fixed in position.
Example
Immovable barriers prevent change.
動かせない障害物が変化を妨げる。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈsiːvəbl̩/

inconceivable

想像できない
Meaning
Impossible to imagine or believe; beyond comprehension.
Example
It seemed inconceivable that she could finish the marathon after such little training.
彼女があれほどのトレーニングでマラソンを完走できるとは想像できなかった。
C1 adjective, noun /ɪnˈdɪkətɪv/

indicative

指示的
Meaning
Serving as a sign or expression of something; in grammar, a mood used to make factual statements.
Example
His tone was indicative of his frustration.
彼のトーンは彼のフラストレーションを示していた。
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 noun ˈɪn.fər.əns

inference

推論
Meaning
A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning; logical deduction.
Example
Scientists make inferences based on experimental data.
科学者たちは実験データに基づいて推論を行います。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈdʌktɪv/

inductive

帰納的
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.
科学者は帰納的推論を使って仮説を立てました。
C1 noun /ɪˈmiːdiəsi/

immediacy

即時性, 緊迫感
Meaning
The quality of bringing one into direct and instant involvement with something, giving rise to a sense of urgency or excitement.
Example
The immediacy of digital communication has reshaped business operations.
デジタルコミュニケーションの即時性は、ビジネスの運営方法を変えました。
C1 adverb, adjective /ˌɪnkɑːɡˈniːtoʊ/

incognito

インコグニート
Meaning
In disguise or with one's identity concealed.
Example
The celebrity traveled incognito to avoid the paparazzi.
有名人はパパラッチを避けるためにインコグニートで旅行した。
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 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 /ɪnˈtrɛpɪd/

intrepid

勇敢な
Meaning
fearless and adventurous, often used humorously
Example
The intrepid traveler explored the jungle alone.
その勇敢な旅行者は一人でジャングルを探検した。
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 noun /ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənsi/

inconsistency

不一致
Meaning
The quality of being contradictory, irregular, or not staying the same.
Example
There is an inconsistency between his words and actions.
彼の言葉と行動には不一致があります。
C1 adjective /ˌɪnəˈfɛnsɪv/

inoffensive

無害な
Meaning
Not likely to offend or provoke; harmless.
Example
His inoffensive remarks kept the conversation friendly.
彼の無害なコメントは会話を友好的に保ちました。
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 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 adjective /ˌɪnɪkˈskjuːzəbl/

inexcusable

許しがたい
Meaning
Too bad to be justified or overlooked; unforgivable.
Example
His rude behavior was inexcusable.
彼の無礼な行動は許しがたいものでした。
C1 adjective /ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒəbl/

intelligible

Meaning
Able to be understood; clear enough to be comprehended.
Example
Her speech was barely intelligible over the noise.
C1 noun /ɪmˈprɪzənmənt/

imprisonment

投獄
Meaning
the act of putting someone in prison; the state of being confined as punishment
Example
He faced imprisonment for violating the court order.
彼は裁判所の命令に違反して投獄に直面した。
C1 noun /ˌɪn.dɪˈsɪʒ.ən/

Indecision

優柔不断; 決断力の欠如; 迷い
Meaning
the inability to make decisions quickly; uncertainty about what to do
Example
Her indecision about which job offer to accept caused her to miss both opportunities.
どの仕事のオファーを受けるかについての優柔不断さが、両方のチャンスを逃す原因となった。
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 /ɪnˈfleɪtɪd/

inflated

膨らんだ
Meaning
excessively increased in size, value, or importance; filled with air or gas
Example
The company faced criticism for its inflated prices.
その会社は膨らんだ価格で批判を受けました。
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 /ˌɪnkjʊˈbeɪʃən/

incubation

卵、細胞、または生物を適切な条件で発展させるプロセス
Meaning
the process of keeping eggs, cells, or organisms in the right conditions for development
Example
The incubation of the eggs lasted for three weeks.
卵のインキュベーションは三週間続きました。
C1 adjective ɪnˈdʒiː.ni.əs

ingenious

独創的
Meaning
Showing inventiveness and skill; clever, original, and inventive.
Example
His ingenious ideas transformed modern physics.
彼の独創的なアイデアは現代物理学を変えました。
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 adjective ˌɪm.pəˈsɛp.tɪ.bəl

imperceptible

気づかれない
Meaning
So subtle or gradual that it is difficult to notice or perceive
Example
The changes in his behavior were imperceptible at first.
彼の行動の変化は最初は気づかれないものでした。
C1 adjective /ɪˈnɜːrt/

inert

不活性
Meaning
lacking the ability or strength to move or act; chemically inactive
Example
The patient remained inert on the bed.
患者はベッドで動かずにじっとしていました。
C1 adjective ˈɪn.tər.ɪm

interim

暫定的
Meaning
In or for the intervening period; provisional or temporary.
Example
Interim governments manage transitional phases.
暫定政府は移行段階を管理します。
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 noun /ɪmˌpɒsəˈbɪlɪti/

impossibility

不可能性
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.
一日でそのプロジェクトを終えるのは不可能だった。
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 adjective /ˈɪnsjələr/

insular

狭い心の、島に関連する
Meaning
Narrow-minded, isolated, or relating to an island.
Example
The community was criticized for its insular attitudes toward outsiders.
そのコミュニティは外部の人々に対する狭量な態度で批判されました。
C1 noun /ˈɪm.pæs/

impasse

行き詰まり
Meaning
A situation where no progress is possible.
Example
The negotiations reached an impasse, delaying the agreement.
交渉は行き詰まり、合意が遅れた。
C1 adjective /ˌɪməˈtɪəriəl/

immaterial

無関係
Meaning
Not important or relevant; lacking physical substance.
Example
The judge ruled that the argument was immaterial to the case.
裁判官はその議論が事件に関係ないと判断しました。
C1 verb /ɪmˈplɔːr/

implore

Meaning
To beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something.
Example
She implored him to stay with her.
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 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 adjective /ɪnˈfæləbl̩/

infallible

間違いない
Meaning
incapable of making mistakes or being wrong
Example
Her judgment seemed infallible in matters of finance.
彼女の判断は財務問題において間違いないように見えた。
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。