Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

adjective
/ˌɪɡ.nəˈmɪn.i.əs/

Marked by shame, disgrace, or humiliation.

"The team suffered an ignominious defeat in the finals."

noun
/ˈɪɡ.nəˌmɪn.i/

Public shame, disgrace, or dishonor.

"He lived the rest of his life in ignominy after the scandal."

noun
/ˈɪɡnərəns/

lack of knowledge or awareness in general

"His ignorance about the subject was evident."

adjective
/ˈɪɡ.nər.ənt/

lacking knowledge, awareness, or education

"He made an ignorant comment about the culture."

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verb
/ɪɡˈnɔːr/

to refuse to pay attention to something or someone

"She chose to ignore his rude remark."

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ikon

noun
/ˈaɪ.kɒn/

A religious image or symbol, especially in the Eastern Orthodox Church.

"The church displayed a beautifully painted ikon of the Virgin Mary."

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iliad

noun
/ˈɪl.i.æd/

An ancient Greek epic poem attributed to Homer, describing the events of the Trojan War.

"Students studied the Iliad to understand Greek mythology and heroism."

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Ill

adjective
/ɪl/

Not in good health; sick or unwell.

"He has been feeling ill since yesterday."

adjective
/ˈɪl bred/

lacking good manners; rude; showing poor upbringing

"His ill-bred behavior shocked everyone at the dinner party."

adjective
/ˌɪlˈneɪ.tʃəd/

Having a bad or unpleasant character; unkind or malicious.

"He made an ill-natured remark about his colleague."

adjective
/ɪˈliː.ɡəl/

Not allowed by law; unlawful.

"It is illegal to drive without a valid license."

noun
/ɪˌledʒ.əˈbɪl.ə.ti/

the quality of being impossible or difficult to read; unclear writing or print

"The doctor's handwriting was famous for its illegibility among the pharmacy staff."

adjective
/ɪˈledʒ.ə.bəl/

Not clear enough to be read; unreadable.

"The doctor’s handwriting was almost illegible."

adjective
/ˌɪlɪˈdʒɪtɪmət/

Not authorized by law, rules, or standards; not recognized as valid.

"The court ruled the contract to be illegitimate."

adjective
/ɪˈlɪbərəl/

Opposed to liberal principles; restricting freedom of thought or behavior.

"The government was criticized for its illiberal policies."

noun
/ˌɪlɪbəˈræləti/

The quality of being illiberal; lack of tolerance or generosity.

"The illiberality of the new laws alarmed the citizens."

adjective
/ɪˈlɪsɪt/

Forbidden by law, rules, or custom.

"The police shut down the illicit drug operation."

adjective
/ɪˈlɪmɪtəbl/

Without limits or bounds.

"The universe is often described as illimitable."

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noun
/ɪˈlɪtərəsi/

The inability to read or write.

"Illiteracy remains a major challenge in many developing countries."

adjective
/ɪˈlɪtərət/

Unable to read or write.

"Many villagers were still illiterate in the past."

noun
/ˈɪlnəs/

A condition of being unwell or suffering from a disease.

"She missed school due to a serious illness."

adjective
/ɪˈlɒdʒɪkl/

Not making sense or lacking clear reasoning.

"It is illogical to blame children for adult mistakes."

noun
/ɪˈluːmɪnənt/

A substance or device that produces light.

"The lamp acted as an illuminant in the dark cave."

verb
/ɪˈluːmɪneɪt/

To light up or make something clearer.

"Streetlights illuminate the road at night."

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illuminati

noun
/ɪˌluːmɪˈnɑːti/

a group of people claiming to have special enlightenment or secret knowledge, often linked to conspiracies

"Many conspiracy theories involve the Illuminati as a secret world-controlling group."

noun
/ɪˌluːmɪˈneɪʃən/

the act of lighting something or making something clear

"The street was filled with bright illumination from the lamps."

verb
/ɪˈluːmɪn/

to light up or make clear

"The rising sun illumined the mountain peaks."

noun
/ɪˈluːʒən/

a false idea or belief; a deceptive appearance

"The magician created the illusion of a floating woman."

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Illusive

adjective
/ɪˈluːsɪv/

deceptive or misleading; based on illusion

"His hopes of sudden wealth proved to be illusive."

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illusory

adjective
/ɪˈluːsəri/

Based on illusion; not real or actual.

"The sense of safety was illusory, as danger still lurked nearby."

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illustrate

verb
/ˈɪl.ə.streɪt/

to explain or make something clear by using examples, pictures, or comparisons

"The teacher used diagrams to illustrate the concept."

adjective
/ɪˈlʌstriəs/

Well known, respected, and admired for past achievements.

"She had an illustrious career in medicine."

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Image

noun
/ˈɪmɪdʒ/

A visual representation of something, such as a picture or likeness.

"The magazine published a clear image of the celebrity."

noun
/ˈɪmɪdʒəri/

visually descriptive or figurative language, especially in a literary work

"The poet's use of imagery brought the scene to life."

adjective
/ɪˈmædʒɪnəbl/

Capable of being imagined or conceived.

"They offered every imaginable type of food at the festival."

adjective
/ɪˈmædʒɪnəri/

Existing only in the imagination; not real.

"Children often have imaginary friends."

noun
/ɪˌmædʒɪˈneɪʃən/

The ability of the mind to create ideas or pictures not present to the senses.

"Children often use their imagination while playing."

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verb
/ɪˈmædʒ.ɪn/

to form a mental image or concept of something not present

"Close your eyes and imagine a peaceful beach."

noun
/ɪmˈbæləns/

A lack of balance; a state of inequality or disproportion.

"The imbalance of power led to conflict."

noun
/ˌɪmbəˈsɪləti/

Extreme foolishness, stupidity, or weakness of mind.

"The plan was abandoned due to its sheer imbecility."

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imbed

verb
/ɪmˈbɛd/

To fix firmly or deeply in a surrounding mass.

"The journalist imbedded himself with the troops to report firsthand."

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verb
/ɪmˈbaɪb/

To drink, absorb, or take in (liquid, knowledge, or ideas).

"She eagerly imbibed the wisdom of her teachers."

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noun
/ɪmˈbroʊlioʊ/

An extremely confused, complicated, or embarrassing situation.

"The political imbroglio lasted for months without resolution."

verb
/ɪmˈbruː/

To stain, especially with blood.

"His hands were imbrued with blood after the battle."

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verb
/ɪmˈbjuː/

to inspire or permeate with a feeling or quality

"The teacher's passion for history imbued the students with curiosity."

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verb
/ˈɪmɪteɪt/

to copy someone's actions, speech, or behavior

"Children often imitate their parents."

noun
/ˌɪmɪˈteɪʃən/

the act of copying or mimicking someone or something

"Children learn many skills through imitation."

noun
/ˈɪmɪˌteɪtər/

a person who copies the behavior, style, or actions of others

"He became famous as an imitator of popular singers."

adjective
/ɪˈmækjələt/

perfectly clean, neat, or free from flaws

"Her room was immaculate, with everything in its place."

adjective
/ˈɪmənənt/

existing or operating within; inherent

"He believed that moral values are immanent in human nature."