Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/ɪnˈtɒlərənt/

unwilling to accept or respect beliefs or behavior different from one's own

"He is intolerant of any opinion that differs from his own."

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noun
ˌɪn.toʊˈneɪ.ʃən

The rise and fall of voice pitch when speaking that expresses meaning or emotion

"Proper intonation can make a speech more persuasive."

noun
/ɪnˈtɒksɪkənt/

a substance, especially alcohol or a drug, that causes intoxication

"Alcohol is the most commonly used intoxicant in many cultures."

verb
/ɪnˈtɒksɪkeɪt/

to make someone lose control of their faculties or behavior due to alcohol or drugs

"The strong drink quickly intoxicated him."

adjective
/ˌɪn.trəˈsɛl.jʊ.lər/

Located or occurring within a cell.

"The drug works by targeting intracellular bacteria."

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adjective
/ɪnˈtræk.tə.bəl/

Difficult or impossible to manage, control, or solve.

"The conflict has become an intractable problem."

adjective
/ˌɪn.trəˈmjʊə.rəl/

Occurring within the walls of a single institution, especially a school or college.

"The college organizes intramural sports competitions every semester."

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noun
/ɪnˈtræn.sɪ.dʒəns/

Refusal to change one's views or to agree about something.

"The negotiations failed due to the intransigence of both parties."

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adjective
/ɪnˈtræn.sɪ.dʒənt/

Unwilling or refusing to change one's views or to agree about something.

"She remained intransigent despite repeated requests for compromise."

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intrepid

adjective
/ɪnˈtrɛpɪd/

fearless and adventurous, often used humorously

"The intrepid traveler explored the jungle alone."

noun
/ˈɪntrɪkəsi/

the quality of being very detailed or complicated

"The intricacy of the design impressed everyone."

adjective
/ˈɪntrɪkət/

very detailed, complex, and difficult to understand

"The artist created an intricate pattern on the wall."

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intrigue

verb
/ɪnˈtriːɡ/

to arouse curiosity or interest; to make someone fascinated

"The mystery novel will intrigue any reader."

adjective
/ɪnˈtriːɡɪŋ/

very interesting and unusual; arousing curiosity

"The movie has an intriguing plot that keeps the audience hooked."

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adjective
/ɪnˈtrɪnzɪk/

belonging naturally; essential or inherent

"Honesty is an intrinsic part of good leadership."

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adverb
ɪnˈtrɪn.zɪ.kli

In a way that is naturally or inherently part of something's essential nature.

"Some people are intrinsically motivated to learn."

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verb
/ˌɪntrəˈduːs/

to present someone or something to another person or group

"He will introduce his new idea at the meeting."

noun
/ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.ʃən/

the action of introducing something or someone; an opening or beginning part

"The professor gave a brief introduction before starting the lecture."

adjective
/ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.tər.i/

Serving as an introduction; preliminary or preparatory.

"The professor gave an introductory lecture on economics."

noun
/ˌɪn.trəˈɡreʃ.ən/

The transfer of genetic information from one species to another through repeated backcrossing.

"Introgression plays a significant role in plant breeding."

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intromit

verb
/ˌɪn.trəˈmɪt/

To insert or introduce something into a place or body.

"The doctor carefully intromitted the instrument into the wound."

verb
/ˌɪn.trəˈspekt/

To examine one's own thoughts, feelings, or mental state.

"He often introspects before making important decisions."

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noun
/ˌɪn.trəˈspek.ʃən/

The examination of one's own mental and emotional processes.

"Periods of quiet introspection can lead to personal growth."

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adjective
/ˌɪn.trəˈspɛk.tɪv/

Thoughtful and reflective, examining one's own thoughts and feelings.

"She became more introspective after moving to a new city."

noun
/ˌɪn.trəˈvɜːr.ʒən/

The tendency to be inward-looking and shy, preferring solitary activities.

"Her introversion made it difficult for her to enjoy large parties."

noun
/ˈɪn.trə.vɜːrt/

A person who tends to be shy and prefers spending time alone rather than in groups.

"As an introvert, he preferred reading over attending parties."

verb
/ɪnˈtruːd/

To enter a place or situation where one is not wanted or not invited.

"He felt embarrassed to intrude on their private conversation."

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noun
/ɪnˈtruː.ʒən/

The act of entering a place or situation where one is not wanted or invited.

"The reporter's intrusion angered the celebrity."

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noun
/ˌɪn.tjuˈɪʃ.ən/

The ability to understand or know something immediately, without conscious reasoning.

"Her intuition told her that something was wrong."

adjective
/ɪnˈtjuː.ɪ.tɪv/

Based on instinctive understanding rather than reasoning.

"The software has an intuitive design that makes it easy to use."

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verb
/ˈɪn.ʌn.deɪt/

To flood or overwhelm with a large quantity of things.

"The company was inundated with job applications."

noun
/ˌɪn.ʌnˈdeɪ.ʃən/

The act of flooding or overwhelming with water or things.

"The town suffered from a severe inundation after the heavy rains."

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inure

verb
/ɪˈnjʊər/

To become accustomed to something, especially something unpleasant.

"Soldiers quickly became inured to the harsh conditions."

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inured

adjective
/ɪˈnjʊərd/

Accustomed to something, especially something unpleasant.

"After years of hardship, she was inured to suffering."

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invade

verb
/ɪnˈveɪd/

to enter a place or country forcefully, especially as an enemy

"The army invaded the neighboring country."

adjective, noun
/ˈɪnvəlɪd/ (adjective), /ɪnˈvælɪd/ (noun)

Not valid; having no force or effect. Also refers to a person too weak or ill to care for themselves.

"The court declared the contract invalid."

verb
/ɪnˈvælɪdeɪt/

To make something not valid or legally acceptable.

"The new evidence may invalidate the previous ruling."

noun
/ˌɪnvəˈlɪdɪti/

the state of being invalid, legally void, or lacking force or validity

"The court ruled that the contract suffered from invalidity."

adjective
/ɪnˈvæljʊəbl/

Extremely useful or indispensable.

"Her advice proved invaluable to my success."

adjective
/ɪnˈvɛəriəbl/

Not changing; constant and unchanging.

"His invariable kindness won him many friends."

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invasion

noun
/ɪnˈveɪʒən/

An instance of invading a country, region, or personal space with armed force or unwelcome presence.

"The army prepared for the possibility of an invasion."

adjective
/ɪnˈveɪsɪv/

Tending to spread harmfully, intruding aggressively, or encroaching beyond proper boundaries.

"The doctor explained that the procedure was minimally invasive."

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invective

noun
/ɪnˈvɛktɪv/

Insulting, abusive, or highly critical language.

"The politician’s speech was filled with invective against his opponents."

verb
/ɪnˈveɪ/

To speak or write about something with great hostility and criticism.

"He inveighed against the corruption in government."

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verb
/ɪnˈveɪɡəl/

To persuade someone to do something by deception or flattery.

"She inveigled him into signing the contract."

verb
/ɪnˈvɛnt/

to create or design something that has not existed before

"Thomas Edison invented the electric bulb."

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noun
/ɪnˈvɛnʃən/

a creation or device that has been newly made or designed

"The telephone was a groundbreaking invention."

adjective
/ɪnˈvɛntɪv/

Having the ability to create or design new things or to think originally.

"The inventor was known for his inventive solutions to everyday problems."

noun
/ɪnˈventər/

a person who creates or designs something new, especially a device, method, or process

"The inventor patented her new medical device."

noun
/ˈɪnvənˌtɔːri/

A complete list of items, such as goods in stock or property.

"The shopkeeper checked the inventory before opening the store."