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 verb /ɪnˈherɪt/

inherit

继承

Meaning

to receive money, property, or characteristics from someone when they die; to acquire from predecessors

Example

She inherited her grandmother's house.

她继承了她祖母的房子。

B2 verb /ɪnˈdʌldʒ/

indulge

纵容

Meaning

to allow oneself to enjoy something enjoyable, often excessively

Example

He indulged in a piece of chocolate cake after dinner.

他在晚餐后沉浸在一块巧克力蛋糕中。

B2 adjective /ˈɪmpæktfʊl/

impactful

有影响力的

Meaning

Having a major impact or effect; powerful and forceful.

Example

Her impactful speech moved the audience to take action.

她有影响力的演讲促使观众采取行动。

B2 adjective ɪnˈev.ɪ.tə.bəl

inevitable

不可避免的

Meaning

Certain to happen; unavoidable.

Example

Death is an inevitable part of life.

死亡是生命中不可避免的一部分。

B2 adjective /ɪˈrɛləvənt/

Irrelevant

不相关的

Meaning

not connected with or relevant to something; having no bearing on the matter

Example

Your past mistakes are irrelevant to this discussion.

你过去的错误与这个讨论无关。

B2 noun ˈɪn.deks

index

索引

Meaning

An alphabetical list of names, subjects, etc. with references to the places where they occur, typically found at the end of a book; a sign or measure of something.

Example

An index organizes critical data.

索引组织重要数据。

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 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 /ɪnˈklaɪnd/

inclined

倾向的

Meaning

having a tendency or disposition toward something

Example

He is inclined to help those in need.

他倾向于帮助有需要的人。

B2 noun ɪnˈsɛntɪvz

incentives

激励

Meaning

Things that motivate or encourage one to do something.

Example

Tax incentives are used to encourage investment in renewable energy.

税收激励用于鼓励对可再生能源的投资。

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 /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 noun ˌɪr.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən

irrigation

灌溉

Meaning

The artificial application of water to land or soil.

Example

Irrigation systems improve crop yields in dry regions.

灌溉系统提高了干旱地区作物的产量。

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 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 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 /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 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 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 adjective ˌɪnɪˈfɛktɪv

ineffective

无效

Meaning

Not producing any significant or desired effect; not achieving the intended result.

Example

Rote learning often proves to be ineffective.

死记硬背往往是无效的。

B2 verb /ɪtʃ/

itch

瘙痒

Meaning

to feel an urge to scratch; to have a restless desire

Example

My skin itches from the mosquito bites.

我的皮肤因蚊子叮咬而发痒。

B2 adverb /ɪmˈpeɪʃəntli/

impatiently

不耐烦地

Meaning

in a manner showing annoyance or restlessness due to delay or waiting

Example

She tapped her fingers impatiently while waiting for the reply.

她在等回复时不耐烦地敲着手指。

B2 noun ˈɪnər strɛŋkθ

inner strength

内在力量

Meaning

Mental or spiritual power that helps a person cope with difficulties.

Example

Community service fosters inner strength in individuals.

社区服务促进了个人的内在力量。

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 verb /ˌɪntərˈfɪər/

interfere

幸福

Meaning

to become involved in something that is not your concern; to hinder or obstruct

Example

Parents should not interfere in their children’s personal choices.

她收到奖项时无法掩饰自己的幸福感。

B2 verb /ɪnˈveɪd/

invade

入侵

Meaning

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

Example

The army invaded the neighboring country.

军队入侵了邻国。

B2 verb /ˈɪntɪɡreɪt/

integrate

整合

Meaning

To combine or bring together into a unified whole.

Example

The new system integrates data from multiple sources.

新系统整合来自多个来源的数据。

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 /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 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 verb /ˌɪntərˈviːn/

intervene

介入

Meaning

To come between people, groups, or events, often to prevent conflict or improve a situation.

Example

The teacher had to intervene to stop the fight between the students.

老师不得不介入，阻止学生之间的打架。

B2 adjective /ˈɪmɪnənt/

imminent

即将

Meaning

About to happen; likely to occur very soon.

Example

Dark clouds signaled that a storm was imminent.

乌云预示着暴风雨即将来临。

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。

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 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 noun ˌɪn.fləˈmeɪ.ʃən

inflammation

炎症

Meaning

A localized physical condition in which part of the body becomes reddened, swollen, hot, and often painful.

Example

Chronic inflammation can lead to severe diseases.

慢性炎症可能导致严重的疾病。

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 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 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 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 /ˈɪn.flu.ən.sər/

Influencer

网红, 社交媒体影响者

Meaning

A person with the ability to influence potential buyers of a product or service by promoting or recommending the items on social media.

Example

Social media influencers shape consumer preferences.

社交媒体上的网红塑造了消费者的偏好。

B2 noun ˈɪn.frəˌstrʌk.tʃər

infrastructure

基础设施

Meaning

The basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.

Example

Digital infrastructure is vital for future advancements.

数字基础设施对未来的进步至关重要。

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 noun /ɪnˈveɪʒən/

invasion

入侵

Meaning

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

Example

The army prepared for the possibility of an invasion.

军队为可能的入侵做了准备。

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 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 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 /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 adjective /ˈɪn.tɪ.mət/

Intimate

亲密的; 私人的; 详细的知识

Meaning

close in friendship; private and personal; detailed knowledge

Example

They have an intimate friendship that has lasted for decades.

他们有一段持续数十年的亲密友谊。

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 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 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 noun /ɪnˈvɒlvmənt/

involvement

参与

Meaning

the act of taking part in something

Example

His involvement in the project was crucial.

他对项目的参与至关重要。

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 /ˈɪr.ɪ.teɪt/

irritate

刺激

Meaning

To make someone annoyed or angry; to cause discomfort or inflammation.

Example

Rubbing your eyes can irritate them.

摩擦眼睛可能会刺激它们。

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 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 verb ˈɪmplɪment

implement

实施

Meaning

To put a decision or plan into effect; to execute or apply.

Example

Implementing educational policies is essential for progress.

实施教育政策对进步至关重要。

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 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 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 /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 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 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 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 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 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 adjective /aɪˈrɒnɪkəl/

ironical

讽刺的

Meaning

expressing irony; having the nature of irony

Example

Her ironical tone made everyone uncomfortable.

她的讽刺语气让每个人都感到不舒服。

B2 noun ˌɪn.tɪˈɡreɪ.ʃən

integration

整合。统一。

Meaning

The action or process of integrating; the process of combining or adding parts to make a unified whole.

Example

Integration of networks will improve global communication.

网络的整合将改善全球通信。

B2 noun /ˌɪntərˈfɪərəns/

interference

干扰

Meaning

the action of interfering with something

Example

The radio signal was disrupted due to interference from nearby electronics.

由于附近电子设备的干扰，无线电信号受到了干扰。

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 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。

B2 noun ˌɪntəˈlektʃuəlz

intellectuals

知识分子

Meaning

People possessing a highly developed intellect; scholars or academics.

Example

Intellectuals protested against the dominance.

知识分子反对霸权。

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 adjective /ˈaɪ.dəl/

Idle

懒惰的; 不活跃的; 没有工作的

Meaning

lazy; inactive; not working or being used

Example

The factory workers were idle during the strike.

工厂工人在罢工期间闲置。

B2 noun /ˈɪnˌsaɪt/

insight

洞察力

Meaning

The ability to understand the true nature of something; deep understanding.

Example

Her insight into human behavior made her a successful psychologist.

她对人类行为的洞察力使她成为一位成功的心理学家。

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 adjective + noun aɪˈdiːəl ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt

ideal environment

理想环境

Meaning

Perfect or most suitable conditions for growth or development

Example

Winter creates an ideal environment for vegetable growth.

冬天为蔬菜生长创造了理想的环境。

B2 noun, verb /ɪntʃ/

inch

英寸 / 缓慢移动

Meaning

A unit of length equal to 2.54 centimeters; or to move slowly and carefully in small amounts.

Example

She inched closer to the edge of the stage.

她慢慢靠近舞台的边缘。

B2 noun /ɪnˈsaɪdə/

insider

内部人士

Meaning

a person within a group or organization who has access to confidential information

Example

He was an insider who knew all the company's secrets.

他是一个了解公司所有秘密的内部人士。

B2 noun ˌɪm.plɪˈkeɪ.ʃən

implication

暗示

Meaning

A conclusion that can be drawn from something although it is not explicitly stated; a likely consequence.

Example

The implication of climate change is severe.

气候变化的暗示意义是严重的。

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 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 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 /ɪnˈtɛnsɪv/

intensive

强化

Meaning

Involving a lot of effort, energy, or concentration in a short period of time.

Example

She attended an intensive English course before moving abroad.

她在出国之前参加了一个强化的英语课程。

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 ɪnˌdʌstrɪəlaɪˈzeɪʃən

industrialization

工业化

Meaning

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

Example

Industrialization changed the global economy dramatically.

工业化显著改变了全球经济。

B2 noun /ˈaɪkɒn/

icon

图标, 象征

Meaning

A person or thing regarded as a symbol of something, or a graphic symbol on a screen.

Example

The singer became a cultural icon.

这位歌手成为了文化图标。

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 /ɪnˈhæbɪtənt/

inhabitant

居民

Meaning

a person or animal that lives in a particular place

Example

The inhabitants of the village rely on farming for their livelihood.

村庄的居民依靠农业为生。

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 adjective /ɪnˈsɛnsətɪv/

insensitive

迟钝的

Meaning

Showing or feeling no concern for others' feelings.

Example

His insensitive comment hurt her deeply.

他迟钝的评论深深伤害了她。

B2 noun /ˌɪnəˈbɪləti/

inability

无能

Meaning

the state of being unable to do something

Example

His inability to make decisions affected his career.

他无法做决定，这影响了他的职业生涯。

B2 noun /ˌɪntəˈrʌpʃən/

interruption

中断

Meaning

the act of stopping or breaking the continuity of something; a pause caused by an external action

Example

The meeting was delayed due to an unexpected interruption.

会议因为一次意外的中断而被推迟。

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 /ˈɪnˌteɪk/

intake

摄入

Meaning

the process of taking something in, especially food or drink

Example

He monitored his daily intake of calories to maintain a healthy diet.

他监控着自己每天的卡路里摄入量，以保持健康的饮食。

B2 noun /ɪnˈdʒɛkʃən/

injection

Meaning

the act of introducing a substance into the body through a needle

Example

The nurse gave me an injection to prevent the infection.

Meaning

to conclude or deduce something from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements

Example

From his silence, I inferred that he was not happy with the decision.

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 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 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 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 adjective /ɪnˈtækt/

intact

完整

Meaning

Remaining whole, complete, and undamaged.

Example

Despite the storm, the old house remained intact.

尽管风暴，老房子依然保持完整。

B2 adverb /ɪmˈpɔːtəntli/

importantly

重要地

Meaning

in a way that is of great significance or value

Example

Importantly, the report highlights the need for immediate action.

重要地，报告突出了立即采取行动的必要性。