Словарь английского языка | Значения слов, определения и примеры
Owing gratitude or money to someone; obligated.
"I am deeply indebted to my teacher for her guidance."
not conforming to accepted standards of behavior or morality; improper or offensive
"He was warned for making an indecent remark during the meeting."
The inability to make a decision quickly or confidently.
"Her indecision caused a delay in the project."
Unable to make decisions quickly or firmly.
"He is too indecisive to be a good leader."
Not in keeping with good taste and propriety; improper.
"His indecorous behavior shocked the audience."
used to emphasize or confirm a statement
"It was a long journey indeed."
persisting tirelessly; incapable of being fatigued
"Her indefatigable spirit kept the team motivated during the long project."
not able to be protected or justified
"The minister’s remarks were considered indefensible by the public."
not clearly defined; uncertain; vague; unlimited in time
"The meeting has been postponed for an indefinite period."
for an unlimited or unspecified period of time
"The project has been postponed indefinitely."
making marks that cannot be removed; unforgettable
"The trip left an indelible impression on all of us."
to compensate someone for harm or loss; to secure against future damage or cost
"The insurance company agreed to indemnify the client for the damages."
Security or protection against financial loss or damage; compensation for loss or damage.
"The insurance policy provides indemnity against fire damage."
A space left at the beginning of a line of text; a notch or deep recess on a surface.
"The teacher asked the students to use proper indentation in their essays."
A formal legal agreement, contract, or document, often relating to work or service.
"In the 18th century, many workers came under indenture to work overseas."
The state of being free from outside control or not depending on others.
"The country celebrated its independence after years of struggle."
Free from outside control; not depending on others.
"She is an independent woman who runs her own business."
Too unusual, extreme, or great to be adequately described in words.
"The beauty of the sunset was indescribable."
Impossible to destroy or break.
"The superhero's shield was said to be indestructible."
Not exactly known, defined, or established; vague or uncertain.
"The project was delayed for an indeterminate amount of time."
A list of items arranged in order, or to arrange data systematically for reference.
"The book includes a detailed index at the end."
Relating to India, its people, or their culture.
"She loves Indian food, especially biryani."
Something that indicates or points to a fact or condition.
"High fever is often an indicant of infection."
To point out, show, or suggest something.
"The results indicate that the treatment was effective."
Point out; show; be a sign or symptom of; suggest as a desirable or necessary course of action.
"The rising trend indicates an urgent need for action."
A sign, piece of information, or signal that suggests something.
"Dark clouds are an indication of an approaching storm."
Serving as a sign or expression of something; in grammar, a mood used to make factual statements.
"His tone was indicative of his frustration."
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."
plural form of index; statistical measures or reference points used for comparison
"Stock market indices fell sharply after the announcement."
to formally accuse someone of committing a serious crime
"The grand jury decided to indict the politician for corruption."
a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime
"The indictment accused the company of multiple violations."
lack of interest, concern, or sympathy
"He showed complete indifference to the suffering around him."
having no particular interest or concern; not caring one way or another
"She was indifferent to the outcome of the match."
a state of extreme poverty or destitution
"The charity was founded to help people living in indigence."
originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native
"These plants are indigenous to South America."
Cultural practices, beliefs, and customs that have been passed down through generations among native peoples.
"Indigenous traditions in the Chittagong Hill Tracts are unique."
lacking the necessities of life due to poverty; very poor
"The hospital offers free care to indigent patients."
difficult or impossible to digest; hard to accept or understand
"The report was so long and detailed that it became almost indigestible."
Discomfort or pain in the stomach associated with difficulty in digesting food.
"He avoided spicy food because it often gave him indigestion."
Feeling or showing anger at something considered unfair or unjust.
"She was indignant when accused of cheating."
Strong displeasure or anger caused by something unjust, offensive, or insulting.
"Public indignation grew after the unfair verdict."
Treatment or circumstances that cause one to feel shame or humiliation.
"He suffered the indignity of being ignored in the meeting."
a deep blue color with a purplish tinge
"The indigo-blue sky looked magnificent at twilight."
in a way that is not direct; through an intermediate means or influence
"The policy affected small businesses indirectly."
Impossible or difficult to see, notice, or distinguish.
"The difference between the two shades was almost indiscernible."
lack of discipline or self-control; failure to obey rules or maintain order
"Indiscipline among the students disrupted the learning environment."
Not careful in what one says or does, likely to reveal secrets or offend.
"It was indiscreet of him to mention the plan in public."
Done without careful judgment; random or haphazard.
"The indiscriminate use of pesticides harms the environment."
without making careful distinctions; randomly; without discrimination
"The company fired employees indiscriminately without considering their performance."
Absolutely necessary; essential.
"Water is indispensable for human survival."
