Vocabulary Cards C1
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C1 adjective
inadvertent
Meaning
Not resulting from or achieved through deliberate planning; unintentional.
Example
Her inadvertent mistake caused a delay in the project.
C1 adverb
Inadvertently
Meaning
without being aware of what you are doing; unintentionally; by mistake
Example
She inadvertently deleted the important file while cleaning her computer.
C1 adjective
inadvisable
Meaning
Not recommended; likely to have undesirable consequences.
Example
It is inadvisable to drive in such heavy rain.
C1 adjective
inane
Meaning
lacking sense, meaning, or significance; silly or pointless
Example
The movie was criticized for its inane dialogue.
C1 adjective
inanimate
Meaning
not alive, especially not in the manner of animals and humans; lifeless
Example
The museum was full of inanimate objects from ancient times.
C1 adjective
inarticulate
Meaning
Unable to express oneself clearly or effectively in speech or writing.
Example
She became inarticulate with emotion during the speech.
C1 adjective
inattentive
Meaning
not paying attention; lacking focus or concentration
Example
The inattentive student missed several important instructions.
C1 adjective
inaudible
Meaning
Unable to be heard.
Example
Her voice was almost inaudible over the noise.
C1 adjective
Inaugural
Meaning
marking the beginning of something; first; opening
Example
The president delivered his inaugural speech.
C1 verb
inaugurate
Meaning
To formally begin or introduce something, especially with a ceremony.
Example
The mayor will inaugurate the new bridge tomorrow.
C1 verb
inaugurated
Meaning
Begin or introduce (a system, policy, or period) formally.
Example
The organization was inaugurated officially.
C1 adjective
Inborn
Meaning
existing from birth; natural; inherent
Example
She has an inborn talent for music.
C1 verb
incarcerate
Meaning
to imprison or confine someone
Example
The authorities incarcerated the criminal after the trial.
C1 noun
incarceration
Meaning
the state of being imprisoned or confined
Example
The criminal faced years of incarceration for his crimes.
C1 noun
incarnation
Meaning
the embodiment of a deity, spirit, or quality in a physical form
Example
The monk was considered the incarnation of compassion.
C1 noun/verb
incense
Meaning
a substance burned for its sweet smell (noun); to make very angry (verb)
Example
The smell of incense filled the temple, but his rude words incensed her.
C1 noun
inception
Meaning
The establishment or starting point of an institution or activity.
Example
The inception of the company marked a new era in the industry.
C1 adjective
incessant
Meaning
Continuing without pause or interruption; constant.
Example
The incessant noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate.
C1 noun
incidence
Meaning
the occurrence, rate, or frequency of something
Example
The incidence of road accidents has decreased this year.
C1 adjective
incidental
Meaning
happening as a minor part or in connection with something else
Example
Incidental expenses like snacks and tips were included in the bill.
C1 adverb
incidentally
Meaning
by the way; used to introduce a remark not directly related to the main subject
Example
Incidentally, did you know that she studied in Paris?
C1 adjective
incisive
Meaning
Intelligently analytical and clear-thinking; showing clear thought and good understanding of what is important.
Example
His incisive comments revealed the core issues.
C1 verb
incite
Meaning
to provoke; to stir up
Example
His speech incited the crowd to violence.
C1 noun
incitement
Meaning
the action of provoking unlawful or violent behavior
Example
He was arrested for incitement to riot.