英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
to fill with air or gas so it expands; to increase excessively or artificially
"The mechanic inflated the tire to the correct pressure."
excessively increased in size, value, or importance; filled with air or gas
"The company faced criticism for its inflated prices."
A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.
"The government is taking steps to control inflation."
Causing or characterized by inflation of prices.
"Excessive money supply can lead to an inflationary economy."
A change in the tone or pitch of the voice when speaking, which helps convey meaning and emotion.
"Her voice inflection conveyed deep emotion in the speech."
the quality of being rigid or unwilling to change; lack of adaptability
"The inflexibility of the rules caused unnecessary delays."
Not able to bend or change; unwilling to change ideas or behavior.
"His inflexible attitude made negotiations difficult."
to cause something unpleasant or painful to be suffered by someone or something
"The storm inflicted considerable damage to the city."
The movement of things such as money, people, or water into a place.
"The inflow of tourists boosted the local economy."
The power to affect how someone thinks or acts.
"Her teacher had a strong influence on her career choice."
A person with the ability to influence potential buyers of a product or service by promoting or recommending the items on social media.
"Social media influencers shape consumer preferences."
Having great power to change or affect people or things.
"She is one of the most influential leaders of our time."
A large arrival or flow of people or things.
"The city experienced an influx of tourists during the festival."
relaxed, friendly, and not following strict rules or conventions
"They had an informal meeting at the coffee shop."
Facts or knowledge provided or learned about something.
"The website provides useful information about travel destinations."
giving or providing useful information; educational; instructive
"The documentary was very informative and educational."
A violation or breach of a rule, law, or agreement.
"The student was punished for a minor infraction of the school rules."
The process of building and improving the basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.
"Infrastructural development is necessary for efficient recycling."
the basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise
"The government is investing heavily in transport infrastructure."
The state of occurring rarely or at long intervals.
"The infrequence of their meetings made it hard to maintain close ties."
Happening rarely or not often.
"He made infrequent visits to his hometown after moving abroad."
To actively break the terms of a law, agreement, or right.
"Copying this software without permission will infringe copyright laws."
To make someone extremely angry.
"His careless remarks infuriated the entire team."
the act of introducing something into another; a drink made by steeping leaves or herbs in liquid
"She prepared a calming infusion of chamomile tea."
very clever and inventive; showing creativity in problem-solving
"The engineer came up with an ingenious solution to the problem."
an innocent, naïve young woman, especially as represented in literature or theater
"She played the role of the ingénue in the play with great charm."
the quality of being clever, original, and inventive
"The project was completed on time thanks to the ingenuity of the team."
Innocent, naive, and unsuspecting; showing childlike simplicity and sincerity.
"Her ingenuous smile revealed her genuine kindness."
To take food, drink, or another substance into the body, usually by swallowing.
"The patient must ingest the medicine with water."
Causing shame or disgrace; not bringing honor or glory.
"The army suffered an inglorious defeat."
To implant or fix deeply, often used in the sense of grafting an idea or quality.
"The teacher tried to ingraft good manners in the students."
Firmly fixed or established; deeply rooted and difficult to change.
"His ingrained habits were hard to break."
To gain favor or approval by deliberate effort, often in a flattering way.
"She tried to ingratiate herself with her boss by complimenting him often."
Charming or flattering in a way intended to gain favor.
"His ingratiating smile made everyone trust him quickly."
Lack of gratitude; failure to show thanks or appreciation.
"His ingratitude hurt her feelings after all she had done for him."
A component part or element of something, especially in a recipe.
"Flour is a key ingredient in baking bread."
to live in; to occupy as a dwelling
"Many animals inhabit the forest."
a person or animal that lives in a particular place
"The inhabitants of the village rely on farming for their livelihood."
to breathe in; to draw air into the lungs
"Take a deep breath and inhale slowly."
lacking harmony; discordant in sound; not in tune
"The inharmonious sounds from the broken piano made everyone cover their ears."
The state of being an essential or permanent part of something.
"The inherence of risk is part of every business venture."
Existing in something as a natural, permanent, or essential quality.
"There are inherent risks in extreme sports."
to receive property, money, or traits from someone after their death or from ancestors
"She inherited her father's house after his death."
a person who receives money, property, or a title when someone dies
"She became the inheritor of her family's estate."
To hinder, restrain, or prevent an action or process.
"Fear can inhibit creativity."
Unable to act in a relaxed and natural way, especially due to self-consciousness or restraint.
"He was too inhibited to express his true feelings."
