B2 adverb /ɪnˈɛvɪtəbli/

inevitably

不可避免地

Meaning

in a way that cannot be avoided or prevented

Example

Inevitably, the team faced challenges during the project.

不可避免地，团队在项目过程中遇到了挑战。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnt/

intent

意图

Meaning

the purpose or reason behind an action; a strong determination to do something

Example

Her intent was to improve the quality of education in the community.

她的意图是提高社区的教育质量。

B2 noun /ˌɪmɪˈɡreɪʃən/

immigration

移民

Meaning

the action of coming to live permanently in a foreign country

Example

Immigration policies vary from country to country.

移民政策因国家而异。

B2 noun /ɪnˈspɛktər/

inspector

检查员

Meaning

An official employed to ensure regulations are obeyed or standards are met.

Example

The inspector carefully checked the restaurant's kitchen for hygiene standards.

检查员仔细检查了餐厅的厨房是否符合卫生标准。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmædʒ.ɪ.nər.i/

Imaginary

想象的; 虚构的; 不现实的

Meaning

existing only in imagination; not real; fictional

Example

The child had an imaginary friend who she talked to every day.

那个孩子有一个想象的朋友，每天和他说话。

B2 noun ˌɪmplɪmenˈteɪʃən

implementation

实施

Meaning

The process of putting a decision or plan into effect; execution.

Example

Proper implementation of policies is crucial.

政策的正确实施至关重要。

B2 verb /ɪmˈpoʊzd/

imposed

强加

Meaning

forced something to be accepted or put in place

Example

The government imposed new regulations on the industry.

政府对该行业实施了新规章。

B2 noun ɪnˈtɛɡrɪti

integrity

完整性

Meaning

The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness.

Example

Teachers' integrity fosters a positive learning environment.

教师的完整性促进了积极的学习环境。

B2 verb /ɪnˈtɛnsɪfaɪ/

intensify

加强

Meaning

To make something stronger, more extreme, or more forceful.

Example

The storm is expected to intensify overnight.

预计风暴将在一夜之间加剧。

B2 verb /ɪnˈspekt/

inspect

检查

Meaning

to examine something carefully to check for problems or faults

Example

The engineer will inspect the building for structural damage.

工程师将检查建筑物的结构损坏。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈplɪsɪt/

implicit

隐性

Meaning

Suggested or understood without being directly stated.

Example

Her trust in him was implicit.

她对他的信任是隐性的。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈædɪkwət/

inadequate

不充分

Meaning

Not sufficient or good enough.

Example

The funding was inadequate to complete the project.

资金不足以完成项目。

B2 noun /ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˌrɛvəˈluːʃən/

Industrial Revolution

工业革命

Meaning

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.

Example

The Industrial Revolution marked a shift in production processes.

工业革命标志着生产过程的变革。

B2 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪk/

ironic

讽刺的，讽刺性的

Meaning

happening in the opposite way to what is expected, often amusing or sarcastic

Example

It is ironic that the fire station burned down.

消防站着火了，真讽刺。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtriːɡɪŋ/

intriguing

非常有趣和不寻常；激发好奇心

Meaning

very interesting and unusual; arousing curiosity

Example

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

这部电影有一个引人入胜的情节，吸引着观众。

B2 verb /ɪˈnɪʃieɪt/

initiate

启动

Meaning

to begin or start; to introduce someone to a new activity

Example

The company will initiate a new training program.

公司将启动一个新的培训项目。

B2 noun /ˌɪn.dɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Indication

指示；标志

Meaning

a sign or piece of information that indicates something; a suggestion or hint

Example

The dark clouds were a clear indication that a storm was approaching the area.

乌云是明显的迹象，表明暴风雨正在接近该地区。

B2 noun /ˈɪdɪət/

idiot

白痴

Meaning

a person who acts in a way that is considered very stupid or foolish

Example

He acted like an idiot at the party last night.

他昨晚在派对上像个白痴一样表现。

B2 adjective /ɪˈreɡjələr/

irregular

不规则的

Meaning

not even or consistent in shape, pattern, time, or behavior; not following normal rules

Example

His attendance at work has been irregular this month.

他这个月上班出勤不规则。

B2 noun /ˈɪntərfeɪs/

interface

界面

Meaning

a point where two systems, subjects, or organizations meet and interact

Example

The user interface is designed to be intuitive and user-friendly.

用户界面被设计为直观且用户友好。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈfɪə.ri.ər/

inferior

低级的

Meaning

Of lower quality, rank, or status.

Example

This material is inferior to the one we used before.

这种材料比我们之前用的差。

B2 verb /ɪnˈsʌlt/

insult

侮辱

Meaning

to speak or act in a way that hurts someone's feelings or shows disrespect

Example

He felt insulted by her rude comments.

他因她的粗鲁评论而感到被侮辱。

B2 adjective ɪˈmɜː.sɪv

immersive

沉浸式

Meaning

Providing, involving, or characterized by deep absorption or immersion in something.

Example

Virtual reality creates an immersive learning environment.

虚拟现实创造了一个沉浸式学习环境。

B2 noun /ɪmˈpeɪʃəns/

impatience

不耐烦

Meaning

The state of being quickly irritated or unable to wait calmly.

Example

His impatience grew as the meeting dragged on.

随着会议的拖延，他的不耐烦愈加明显。

B2 verb /ɪnˈstrʌkt/

instruct

指示

Meaning

to teach; to give directions

Example

The teacher instructed the students carefully.

老师仔细地指示了学生。

B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɒlɪtli/

impolitely

不礼貌地

Meaning

in a rude or discourteous manner; without showing respect or proper manners

Example

He spoke impolitely to the waiter despite the polite service.

尽管服务很好，他还是不礼貌地对服务员说话。

B2 noun ˌɪn.təˈven.ʃən

intervention

干预

Meaning

The action or process of intervening; involvement in a situation to improve or help it.

Example

The intervention of the UN was crucial in resolving the conflict.

联合国的干预对解决冲突至关重要。

B2 noun /ˈɪntərvəl/

interval

间隔

Meaning

a period of time between two events or points; a pause or break in activity

Example

There was a short interval between the two performances.

两个表演之间有一个短暂的间隔。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈkluːsɪv/

inclusive

包容的

Meaning

Including all the services, facilities, or items normally expected or required; not excluding any section of society or any party involved.

Example

Inclusive growth benefits all sections of society.

包容性增长惠及社会的所有阶层。

B2 noun /ɪnˈsɪstəns/

insistence

坚持

Meaning

the act of demanding something firmly or repeatedly

Example

At his insistence, we stayed longer.

在他的坚持下，我们待得更久。

B2 adjective, noun /ɪzˈreɪli/

israeli

以色列的

Meaning

relating to Israel or its people; a person from Israel

Example

She works for an Israeli company.

她在一家以色列公司工作。

B2 noun /ˈɪm.pʌls/

Impulse

冲动; 突然的欲望

Meaning

a sudden strong and unreflective urge or desire to act; a driving force or motivation

Example

She bought the expensive dress on impulse and later regretted the purchase.

她冲动购买了那件昂贵的衣服，后来对这笔购买感到后悔。

B2 noun /ˈaɪrəni/

irony

讽刺

Meaning

a situation that is strange or amusing because it is the opposite of what is expected; the use of words to convey the opposite meaning

Example

The irony of the situation was that the winner forgot his own prize.

这件事的讽刺在于，获胜者忘记了自己的奖品。

B2 noun ɪˈlɪtərəsi

illiteracy

文盲

Meaning

The inability to read and write; lack of education or knowledge in a particular area.

Example

Illiteracy often leads to poverty and unemployment.

文盲常常导致贫困和失业。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmɒrəl/

immoral

不道德的

Meaning

Not conforming to accepted standards of morality; unethical or wicked.

Example

He was fired for his immoral behavior.

他因不道德的行为被解雇了。

B2 noun ɪˈmjuː.nɪ.ti

immunity

免疫力

Meaning

The ability of an organism to resist a particular infection or toxin by the action of specific antibodies.

Example

A strong immunity protects against infections.

强大的免疫力可以防止感染。

B2 noun /ɪnˈfɪnɪti/

infinity

无限

Meaning

A concept describing something without any limit or end.

Example

The universe seems to stretch into infinity.

宇宙似乎无限延伸。

B2 adjective ˈaɪsəˌleɪtɪd

isolated

孤立

Meaning

Alone or separated from others; having little or no contact with other people.

Example

Technological advancements often leave people isolated.

技术进步常常使人们感到孤立。

B2 adjective /ˌɪd.iˈɒt.ɪk/

Idiotic

愚蠢

Meaning

extremely stupid; foolish; senseless

Example

His idiotic behavior embarrassed everyone at the meeting.

他的愚蠢行为让会议上的所有人感到尴尬。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnfluˈenʃəl/

Influential

有影响力的; 强大的

Meaning

having great influence on someone or something; powerful; persuasive

Example

She is an influential leader in the community.

她是社区中的一位有影响力的领导者。

B2 adjective /ɪˈlɪt.ər.ət/

Illiterate

文盲; 不识字的; 无知的

Meaning

unable to read or write; lacking education

Example

The program aims to help illiterate adults learn to read and write.

该计划旨在帮助文盲成年人学习读写。

B2 adjective/noun /ɪˈrɑːki/

iraqi

伊拉克的

Meaning

relating to Iraq or its people

Example

The Iraqi culture is rich and diverse.

伊拉克的文化丰富多样。

B2 adjective ˌɪn.təˈræk.tɪv

interactive

互动的

Meaning

Allowing a two-way flow of information between it and a user, responding to the user's input.

Example

Interactive learning keeps students engaged in lessons.

互动学习保持学生在课堂中的参与感。

B2 noun /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idol

偶像; 受人崇拜的人

Meaning

an image or representation of a god used as an object of worship; a person who is greatly admired

Example

The singer became a teenage idol after her hit song topped the charts worldwide.

这位歌手在她的热门歌曲登顶全球排行榜后成为了青少年偶像。

B2 noun /ɪmˈpɒlɪtnəs/

impoliteness

不礼貌

Meaning

lack of good manners or courtesy; rude behavior

Example

His impoliteness towards the guests shocked everyone.

他对客人的不礼貌让所有人都感到震惊。

B2 noun ɪnˈdʒʌstɪs

injustice

不公正

Meaning

Lack of fairness or justice; the practice of being unjust or unfair.

Example

The story portrays the injustices faced by the common people.

故事描绘了普通人面临的不公正。

B2 adverb /ˌɪndəˈrɛktli/

indirectly

间接地

Meaning

in a way that is not direct; through an intermediate means or influence

Example

The policy affected small businesses indirectly.

该政策间接地影响了小企业。

B2 noun /ɪnˈsen.tɪv/

Incentive

激励; 鼓励

Meaning

a thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something; a reward or penalty that influences behavior

Example

The company offered a cash incentive to employees who exceeded their sales targets.

公司向超额完成销售目标的员工提供了现金激励。

B2 adjective /ˌɪntərˈmiːdiət/

intermediate

中级

Meaning

Coming between two things in time, place, or order; in the middle level or stage.

Example

She is taking an intermediate-level French course.

她正在上一个中级法语课程。

B2 adjective /ˈaɪsi/

Icy

冰冷的; 极冷的; 敌对的

Meaning

extremely cold; covered with ice; unfriendly or hostile

Example

The icy wind made everyone shiver.

冰冷的风让每个人都颤抖。

B2 noun /aɪˈdiː/

id

身份证件

Meaning

identification; a document or number used to prove who someone is

Example

Please show your ID at the entrance.

请在入口处出示你的身份证件。

B2 adverb /aɪˈrɒnɪkli/

ironically

具有讽刺意味地

Meaning

in a way that is contrary to what is expected or intended

Example

Ironically, the fire station burned down.

具有讽刺意味地，消防站着火了。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈpɪəriəl/

imperial

帝国的

Meaning

Relating to an empire or emperor; having supreme authority.

Example

The imperial palace was a symbol of the emperor's power.

帝国宫殿是皇帝权力的象征。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈækjərət/

Inaccurate

不正确; 错误的; 错误的

Meaning

not correct; containing errors; wrong

Example

The weather forecast was inaccurate yesterday.

昨天的天气预报不准确。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɒlərəns/

intolerance

不容忍

Meaning

unwillingness to accept or endure beliefs, behaviors, or conditions different from one's own

Example

The leader was criticized for his intolerance toward other religions.

领导人因对其他宗教的不容忍而受到批评。

B2 verb /ɪmˈpoʊz/

impose

强加

Meaning

to force someone to accept something; to establish or apply by authority

Example

The government imposed new taxes on luxury goods.

政府对奢侈品征收了新税。

B2 verb /ɪnˈhæbɪt/

inhabit

栖息

Meaning

to live in; to occupy as a dwelling

Example

Many animals inhabit the forest.

许多动物栖息在森林中。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈtɛns/

intense

强烈

Meaning

Of extreme force, degree, or strength.

Example

She felt intense pain after the accident.

她在事故后感到剧烈的疼痛。

B2 verb /ɪnˈtriːɡ/

intrigue

引起兴趣

Meaning

to arouse curiosity or interest; to make someone fascinated

Example

The mystery novel will intrigue any reader.

神秘小说将引起任何读者的兴趣。

B2 noun /ˌɪm.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

Imitation

模仿; 复制; 仿制品

Meaning

the action of using someone or something as a model; a copy of something original

Example

His imitation of the famous actor was so good that everyone burst into laughter.

他的模仿非常成功，大家都笑了出来。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənt/

inconsistent

不一致

Meaning

Not staying the same throughout; lacking harmony or regularity.

Example

His answers were inconsistent and confusing.

他的回答不一致且令人困惑。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃənl/

institutional

制度的

Meaning

Relating to an organization or established practice.

Example

The government made several institutional reforms in education.

政府在教育领域进行了一些制度改革。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsəˈfɪʃənt/

insufficient

不足的

Meaning

Not enough; inadequate.

Example

His explanation was insufficient to clear the confusion.

他的解释不足以清除混乱。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdʒɛkt/

inject

注射

Meaning

To introduce a substance, especially a drug, into the body using a needle.

Example

The nurse will inject the vaccine into the patient's arm.

护士将疫苗注射到病人的手臂中。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmjuːn/

immune

免疫的

Meaning

protected from disease or from the effects of something

Example

Children who are vaccinated are immune to many diseases.

接种疫苗的孩子对许多疾病免疫。

B2 noun /aɪˌdɛntɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

identification

身份识别

Meaning

the process of recognizing or proving who or what someone or something is

Example

You need proper identification to enter the building.

您需要适当的身份证明才能进入大楼。

B2 adjective /ˈɪrɪteɪtɪd/

irritated

恼火的

Meaning

feeling annoyed or impatient; having inflamed or sore physical condition

Example

She felt irritated by the constant noise outside her window.

窗外持续的噪音让她感到恼火。

B2 adjective /ɪˈrɪˌspɑn.sə.bəl/

Irresponsible

不负责任

Meaning

lacking a sense of responsibility; careless

Example

It was irresponsible of him to leave without telling anyone.

他在没有告诉任何人就离开，这是不负责任的行为。

B2 noun /ˈɪmɪɡrənt/

immigrant

移民

Meaning

a person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country

Example

The city has welcomed many new immigrants this year.

今年这座城市接纳了许多新的移民。

B2 verb ˈɪmplɪmentɪd

implemented

实施

Meaning

Put a decision or plan into effect; carried out or executed.

Example

The master plans were partially implemented.

主要计划已部分实施。

B2 noun /ˌaɪ.səˈleɪ.ʃən/

Isolation

隔离

Meaning

the process or fact of isolating or being isolated; separation from other people or things

Example

The patient was kept in isolation to prevent the spread of the infectious disease.

病人被隔离，以防止传染病的传播。

B2 noun /ɪnˈtɛnsəti/

intensity

强度

Meaning

The quality of being extreme, strong, or forceful in degree.

Example

The intensity of the storm frightened the villagers.

风暴的强度吓坏了村民。

B2 noun /ɪnˈkwaɪəri/ or /ˈɪnkwəri/

inquiry

调查 / 查询

Meaning

An act of asking for information; an investigation into something.

Example

The committee launched an inquiry into the financial irregularities.

委员会启动了对金融不规范行为的调查。

B2 verb /ɪnˈflɪkt/

inflict

施加

Meaning

to cause something unpleasant or painful to be suffered by someone or something

Example

The storm inflicted considerable damage to the city.

风暴对城市造成了相当大的破坏。

B2 noun, verb /ˌɪnkənˈviːniəns/

inconvenience

不便

Meaning

trouble or difficulty caused to someone; to cause trouble or difficulty to someone

Example

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the delay.

对于延误造成的任何不便，我们深表歉意。

B2 verb ɪmˈpoʊz

imposes

强加

Meaning

To establish or apply by authority; to force something unwelcome or unfamiliar to be accepted or put in place.

Example

Pollution imposes harmful effects on the environment.

污染对环境施加了有害的影响。

B2 adjective ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡreɪ.tɪd

integrated

集成

Meaning

Combining or coordinating separate elements so as to provide a harmonious, interrelated whole.

Example

Integrated systems optimize efficiency.

集成系统优化效率。

B2 noun /ˈɪnstɪŋkt/

instinct

本能

Meaning

A natural way of behaving or reacting that does not require learning.

Example

Birds build nests by instinct.

鸟类本能地筑巢。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkwaɪər/

inquire

询问

Meaning

to ask; to investigate

Example

She inquired about the job opening.

她询问了职位空缺。

B2 verb /ˈɪmɪɡreɪt/

immigrate

移民

Meaning

to come to live permanently in a foreign country

Example

He immigrated to Canada five years ago.

他五年前移民到了加拿大。

B2 verb aɪˈdɛntɪfaɪd

identified

已识别

Meaning

To recognize or establish who or what someone or something is.

Example

The root causes of the issue need to be identified.

问题的根本原因需要被识别。

B2 adjective /ˌɪn.trəˈdʌk.tər.i/

introductory

介绍性

Meaning

Serving as an introduction; preliminary or preparatory.

Example

The professor gave an introductory lecture on economics.

教授做了关于经济学的介绍性讲座。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdjuːs/

induce

引起

Meaning

to cause or persuade someone to do something; to bring about a result

Example

The doctor induced sleep with a mild sedative.

医生用轻度镇静剂引起了睡眠。

B2 noun /ˌɪmpərˈfɛkʃən/

imperfection

不完美

Meaning

a flaw, defect, or weakness; the state of being imperfect

Example

She accepted her imperfection as part of being human.

她接受了自己的不完美，作为人性的一部分。

Meaning

to explain the meaning of something; to translate orally

Example

She had to interpret the speech for the foreign guests.

B2 adjective /ɪnˈfekʃəs/

infectious

传染性的; 有感染力的

Meaning

capable of causing infection or disease; spreading easily from one person to another; able to spread feelings or attitudes such as enthusiasm

Example

Her infectious laughter made everyone in the room smile.

她富有感染力的笑声让大家都笑了。

B2 adjective /ɪˈmætʃʊr/

Immature

不成熟; 未完全发展; 幼稚

Meaning

not fully developed; lacking emotional or intellectual development; childish

Example

His immature behavior during the meeting disappointed everyone.

他在会议中的不成熟行为让大家都很失望。

B2 adjective /ˈɪɡ.nər.ənt/

Ignorant

无知

Meaning

lacking knowledge or awareness; uninformed

Example

She was ignorant about the new technology trends.

她对新技术趋势一无所知。

B2 noun /ˈɪnvənˌtɔːri/

inventory

清单

Meaning

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

Example

The shopkeeper checked the inventory before opening the store.

店主在开店前检查了清单。

B2 noun ˈɪnəveɪtɪv tuːlz

innovative tools

创新工具

Meaning

Creative devices or advanced technologies that introduce new methods or approaches to accomplish tasks.

Example

Teachers use innovative tools to enhance classroom learning.

教师使用创新工具来提高课堂学习。

B2 verb /ɪnˈkɔːrpəreɪt/

incorporate

合并

Meaning

to include something as part of a whole; to form a corporation

Example

The new design incorporates advanced technology.

新设计融合了先进技术。

B2 verb /ˈaɪ.sə.leɪt/

isolate

孤立

Meaning

To separate something or someone from others.

Example

Doctors tried to isolate the patient to prevent the spread of infection.

医生试图将病人隔离，以防止感染传播。

B2 verb /ɪnˈʃʊər/

insure

投保

Meaning

to provide insurance; to make certain

Example

I need to insure my new car.

我需要为我的新车投保。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnəˈproʊpriət/

inappropriate

不适当

Meaning

not suitable or proper in the circumstances

Example

It was inappropriate to talk loudly in the library.

在图书馆大声说话是不适当的。

B2 noun /ˌɪnstəˈbɪləti/

instability

不稳定

Meaning

lack of stability or balance; tendency to change, fail, or collapse easily

Example

Political instability has slowed economic growth in the region.

政治不稳定减缓了该地区的经济增长。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnsɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/

insignificant

微不足道

Meaning

Too small or unimportant to be worth considering.

Example

The cost was so insignificant that nobody noticed it.

费用微不足道，以至于没有人注意到。

B2 noun /ɪnˈfek.ʃən/

Infection

感染

Meaning

the process of infecting or the state of being infected; a disease caused by germs

Example

The doctor prescribed antibiotics to treat the bacterial infection in her throat.

医生开了抗生素来治疗她喉咙的细菌感染。

B2 noun /ɪsˈlɑːm/

islam

伊斯兰教

Meaning

the religion founded by the Prophet Muhammad, based on belief in one God (Allah)

Example

Islam emphasizes peace, justice, and compassion.

伊斯兰教强调和平、公正与慈悲。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈkeɪpəbəl/

incapable

无能的

Meaning

lacking the ability, skill, or capacity to do something

Example

He is incapable of understanding complex instructions.

他无法理解复杂的指令。

B2 adjective ɪnˈdɪdʒɪnəs

indigenous

本土的

Meaning

Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native.

Example

Indigenous plants are well adapted to the local environment.

本土植物很好地适应了当地环境。

B2 adjective /ɪnˈseɪn/

insane

疯狂

Meaning

mentally ill; extremely foolish or unreasonable

Example

The idea of jumping off the cliff seemed insane.

从悬崖上跳下的想法显得疯狂。

B2 adjective /ɪmˈper.ə.tɪv/

imperative

命令式

Meaning

Of vital importance; crucial; giving or expressing a command.

Example

It is imperative to address the climate crisis immediately.

必须立即解决气候危机。