英语词汇词典 | 单词含义、定义和示例
A very short period of time; happening immediately.
"He replied in an instant without hesitation."
Happening immediately, without any delay.
"The change in temperature was almost instantaneous."
immediately, without any delay
"He replied instantly to the message."
To set up in position, office, or authority.
"The board decided to instate her as the new director."
As an alternative or substitute.
"She didn’t buy the dress; instead, she chose a pair of shoes."
To bring about or initiate an action, often something negative.
"He was accused of instigating the riot."
A person who brings about or initiates something, usually something bad.
"The police identified him as the instigator of the violence."
to gradually but firmly establish an idea, attitude, or habit in someone's mind
"Parents try to instill good values in their children."
A natural way of behaving or reacting that does not require learning.
"Birds build nests by instinct."
Based on instinct; done without conscious thought; natural and automatic.
"His instinctive reaction saved his life."
as a noun, an organization founded for a specific purpose; as a verb, to establish or initiate
"The university decided to institute new rules for the library."
an established organization, especially one dedicated to education, public service, or a particular purpose
"The hospital is a respected institution in the community."
Relating to an organization or established practice.
"The government made several institutional reforms in education."
to establish something as a formal institution, custom, or practice
"The government seeks to institutionalize environmental protection."
to tell or teach someone how to do something
"The teacher instructed the students to complete the assignment."
Detailed information telling how something should be done or operated.
"Please read the instruction carefully before using the machine."
providing knowledge or information; intended to teach
"The website offers many instructional videos for beginners."
Detailed information on how something should be done or operated.
"Please follow the instructions on the box."
useful and informative; providing knowledge or instruction
"The lecture was highly instructive and engaging."
A person who teaches a subject or skill.
"The driving instructor was very patient with new learners."
A tool or device used for a particular purpose, especially for scientific or musical work.
"The doctor used a special instrument during the surgery."
serving as an instrument or means to an end; helpful or useful
"His instrumental role in the project was vital to its success."
A person who plays a musical instrument.
"The instrumentalist played a beautiful solo on the violin."
Defiant of authority; disobedient to orders.
"The insubordinate employee refused to follow the manager's instructions."
Defiance of authority; refusal to obey orders.
"The soldier was punished for insubordination during the mission."
Lacking strength, substance, or solidity.
"The evidence provided was insubstantial and unconvincing."
Too extreme to bear; intolerable.
"The heat during the summer was insufferable."
The state of not being enough or not being adequate.
"The project failed due to the insufficiency of funds."
Not enough; inadequate.
"His explanation was insufficient to clear the confusion."
Narrow-minded, isolated, or relating to an island.
"The community was criticized for its insular attitudes toward outsiders."
The state of being isolated or narrow-minded.
"The insularity of the group prevented them from accepting new ideas."
Material used to prevent heat, sound, or electricity from being transmitted from one area to another.
"Insulation of food storage areas can prevent pests from entering."
to speak to or treat someone with disrespect or scorn
"He insulted her by calling her lazy in front of everyone."
Impossible to overcome or surpass.
"The team faced insuperable challenges during the expedition."
Too extreme or difficult to be endured.
"The heat was insupportable during the long journey."
That cannot be suppressed or restrained.
"She had an insuppressible urge to laugh during the ceremony."
An arrangement by which a company provides compensation for loss, damage, or illness in return for a premium.
"He bought health insurance to cover medical expenses."
An act of rebellion or uprising against authority.
"The government struggled to contain the growing insurgence."
A person who rises in revolt against authority or government.
"The army arrested several insurgents after the attack."
Too great to be overcome.
"The explorers faced insurmountable odds in the desert."
A violent uprising against an authority or government.
"The army was called in to suppress the insurrection."
Remaining whole, complete, and undamaged.
"Despite the storm, the old house remained intact."
the process of taking something in, especially food or drink
"He monitored his daily intake of calories to maintain a healthy diet."
Unable to be touched or grasped; not having a physical presence.
"Trust is an intangible quality in relationships."
Necessary and important as a part of a whole.
"Honesty is an integral part of good leadership."
To combine or bring together into a unified whole.
"The new system integrates data from multiple sources."
combined or united to form a whole; including all parts or people equally
"The company offers an integrated system for managing all business operations."
the process of combining or bringing different things together to form a whole
"Social integration helps people from different backgrounds live together harmoniously."
