Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

industrial definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ɪnˈdʌstriəl/

Relating to industry, factories, or manufacturing.

"The city has grown rapidly due to industrial development."

Industrial Revolution definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/

The rapid development of industry that occurred in Britain in the late 18th and 19th centuries, brought about by the introduction of machinery and characterized by the use of steam power and the growth of factories.

"The Industrial Revolution marked a shift in production processes."

industrialization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
ɪnˌdʌstrɪəlaɪˈzeɪʃən

The development of industries in a country or region on a wide scale.

"Industrialization changed the global economy dramatically."

adjective
/ɪnˈdʌstriəs/

Hardworking and diligent in one's duties.

"She is an industrious student who always completes her assignments on time."

noun
/ɪnˈdʌstriəsnəs/

The quality of being hardworking and diligent.

"His industriousness earned him a promotion at work."

industry definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈɪndəstri/

The production of goods or services within an economy.

"The textile industry employs thousands of workers in the region."

verb
/ɪˈniː.bri.eɪt/

to intoxicate; to make someone drunk

"The strong wine was enough to inebriate even the most experienced drinker."

adjective
/ɪˈniː.bri.eɪ.tɪd/

under the influence of alcohol; drunk

"He stumbled into the room completely inebriated."

noun
/ˌɪn.ɪˈbraɪ.ə.ti/

the state of being drunk or intoxicated

"His frequent inebriety led to the loss of his job."

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Inedible

adjective
/ɪˈnɛd.ə.bəl/

not fit to be eaten

"The spoiled food was inedible."

ineffable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ɪˈnɛf.ə.bəl/

too great, extreme, or beautiful to be expressed in words

"The beauty of the sunset was ineffable."

ineffective definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˌɪnɪˈfɛktɪv/

not producing any significant or desired effect; useless; unsuccessful

"The new policy proved to be ineffective in reducing crime rates."

adjective
/ˌɪn.ɪˈfɛk.tʃu.əl/

Not producing any or the desired effect; lacking the ability or qualities to achieve a purpose.

"The manager’s ineffectual leadership caused the team to lose motivation."

inefficacious definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
ˌɪn.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃəs

Not producing any or the desired effect; ineffective.

"The treatment was inefficacious in curing the disease."

inefficiency definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˌɪn.ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/

The state of not achieving maximum productivity; wastefulness or lack of competence.

"The company suffered losses due to inefficiency in resource management."

adjective
/ˌɪn.ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/

Not achieving maximum productivity; wasting resources or effort.

"The machine is old and inefficient compared to modern equipment."

adjective
/ɪnˈɛl.ɪ.dʒə.bəl/

Not qualified or permitted to do something or to receive something.

"He was ineligible to apply for the scholarship because of his age."

ineluctable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˌɪn.ɪˈlʌk.tə.bəl/

Impossible to avoid or escape; inevitable.

"Death is an ineluctable part of human existence."

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inept

adjective
/ɪˈnɛpt/

lacking skill or ability; clumsy or incompetent

"His inept handling of the situation made it worse."

inequality definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˌɪnɪˈkwɒləti/

the state of being unequal; disparity in status, rights, or opportunities

"Inequality in wealth distribution remains a significant issue worldwide."

inequitable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ɪnˈɛk.wɪ.tə.bəl/

Not fair or just; lacking in fairness or equality.

"The distribution of resources was inequitable among the workers."

inequity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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inequity

noun
/ɪnˈɛkwɪti/

unfairness or injustice

"The system is full of social inequity."

noun
/ɪnˈɛrənsi/

the belief or quality of being free from error; absolute correctness

"Some religious groups strongly affirm the inerrancy of their sacred texts."

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inert

adjective
/ɪˈnɜːrt/

lacking the ability or strength to move or act; chemically inactive

"The patient remained inert on the bed."

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Inertia

noun
/ɪˈnɜːrʃə/

A tendency to remain unchanged or continue in the same state of motion unless acted upon.

"The project failed due to the inertia of outdated systems."

adjective
/ˌɪnɪˈsɛnʃəl/

not necessary or important; not essential

"The report removes all inessential details to stay focused."

adjective
/ɪnˈɛstɪməbl/

Too great or valuable to be measured or estimated.

"Her contribution to the project was of inestimable value."

inevitability definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ɪnˌɛvɪtəˈbɪləti/

The quality of being certain to happen; unavoidable nature.

"The inevitability of change makes adaptability essential."

inevitable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ɪnˈɛvɪtəbl/

Certain to happen; unavoidable.

"Death is inevitable for all living beings."

adverb
/ɪnˈɛvɪtəbli/

in a way that cannot be avoided or prevented

"Inevitably, the team faced challenges during the project."

adjective
/ˌɪnɪkˈskjuːzəbl/

Too bad to be justified or overlooked; unforgivable.

"His rude behavior was inexcusable."

inexhaustible definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
/ˌɪnɪɡˈzɔːstəbl/

Impossible to use up or tire out; unlimited in supply or energy.

"Her energy seemed inexhaustible during the long campaign."

adjective
/ɪnˈɛksərəbl/

Impossible to stop or prevent; relentless.

"The inexorable rise of technology is changing every aspect of life."

noun (compound/erroneous entry)
/ɪnˈɛksərəbl ɑːrmi/

This appears to be a corrupted or concatenated form; interpreted as 'inexorable army' — an unstoppable or relentless force.

"The rebels feared the inexorable army approaching their stronghold."

adjective
/ˌɪnɪkˈspiːdiənt/

Not advisable, suitable, or practical in the circumstances.

"It would be inexpedient to invest without proper research."

adjective
/ˌɪnɪkˈspɛnsɪv/

Cheap; costing little money.

"They found an inexpensive restaurant near the station."

noun
/ˌɪnɪkˈspɪəriəns/

Lack of knowledge or skill in a particular activity or field.

"His inexperience in handling negotiations was evident."

adjective
/ˌɪnˈekspɜːrt/

not skilled or experienced; lacking expertise

"The inexpert handling of the machine caused several mistakes."

adjective
/ˌɪnɪkˈsplɪkəbl/

Impossible to explain or understand.

"The sudden disappearance of the file was inexplicable."

adjective
/ˌɪnɪkˈsprɛsəbl/

Too strong or extreme to be expressed in words.

"She felt inexpressible joy at the news of her success."

adjective
/ˌɪnɪkˈstɛnsəbl/

Not capable of being stretched or extended.

"This rope is made of an inextensible material."

adjective
/ˌɪnɪkˈstrɪkəbl/

Impossible to separate or escape from.

"The two friends shared an inextricable bond."

adjective
/ɪnˈfæləbl̩/

incapable of making mistakes or being wrong

"Her judgment seemed infallible in matters of finance."

adjective
/ˈɪnfəməs/

well known for some bad quality or deed

"The dictator was infamous for his cruelty."

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infamy

noun
/ˈɪnfəmi/

the state of being well known for some bad quality or deed

"His name will live in infamy for the crimes he committed."

noun
/ˈɪnfənt/

A very young child or baby.

"The infant was sleeping peacefully in the cradle."

adjective
/ˈɪnfəntaɪl/

characteristic of an infant; childish

"His infantile behavior embarrassed everyone at the meeting."

Infantry definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun
/ˈɪn.fən.tri/

soldiers marching or fighting on foot; foot soldiers collectively

"The infantry advanced across the battlefield on foot."

verb
/ɪnˈfætʃueɪt/

to inspire with an intense but short-lived passion or admiration

"He was infatuated with her beauty."

infeasible definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective
ɪnˈfiː.zə.bəl

Not possible to do easily or conveniently; impracticable.

"Restoring the forest may become infeasible if destruction continues."