Vocabulary Flashcards - I Words

A person who attacks or criticizes cherished beliefs or institutions (The artist was known as an iconoclast for challenging traditional styles.)

Peculiar or individual (Her idiosyncratic way of speaking made her stand out.)

Deserving or causing public disgrace or shame (The politician's corruption scandal led to an ignominious resignation.)

Forbidden by law, rules, or custom (The police cracked down on the illicit drug trade.)

To inspire or permeate with a feeling or quality (The teacher aimed to imbue her students with a love of learning.)

Having little or no money (The impecunious student struggled to pay for textbooks.)

Assuming power or authority without justification; arrogant and domineering (Her imperious demands made her unpopular among her peers.)

Not showing proper respect; rude (The student's impertinent comments annoyed the teacher.)

Not allowing fluid to pass through; unable to be affected by (The raincoat was impervious to water.)

To have an effect or impact, especially a negative one (The new regulations impinged on the company's ability to operate freely.)

Unable to be appeased or pacified (Despite their efforts, the team could not calm the implacable crowd.)

To show (someone) to be involved in a crime (The evidence implicated the suspect in the robbery.)

Implied though not plainly expressed (There was an implicit understanding between the two partners.)

Exemption from punishment or freedom from the injurious consequences of an action (The corrupt officials acted with impunity, knowing they would not be held accountable.)

Silly; stupid (His inane comments during the meeting were not helpful.)

Unable to speak distinctly or express oneself clearly (She was inarticulate with fear during the emergency.)

Intelligently analytical and clear-thinking (Her incisive analysis of the problem impressed her colleagues.)

Not able to be denied or disputed (The evidence against the defendant was incontrovertible.)

Not able to be corrected, improved, or reformed (The incorrigible behavior of the student led to his expulsion.)

Persisting tirelessly (The indefatigable activist continued her work despite numerous setbacks.)

Originating or occurring naturally in a particular place; native (The indigenous people of the region have lived there for centuries.)

Poor; needy (The charity provided food and shelter for the indigent families.)

Wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy (His indolent attitude towards work led to his dismissal.)

Too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words (The beauty of the sunset was ineffable.)

Having or showing no skill; clumsy (His inept handling of the situation only made things worse.)

Impossible to stop or prevent (The inexorable advance of technology is reshaping the world.)

Innocent and unsuspecting (Her ingenuous nature made her an easy target for the scam.)

Tending to obstruct or harm; unfriendly or hostile (The inimical policies of the government were met with protests.)

Immoral or grossly unfair behavior (The dictator was known for his iniquity and corruption.)

Proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with harmful effects (The disease was insidious, spreading quietly before symptoms appeared.)

Lacking flavor; dull; not at all stimulating (The conversation was insipid, and he quickly lost interest.)

Ignorant of or uninterested in cultures, ideas, or peoples outside one's own experience (The community's insular attitude made it difficult for outsiders to integrate.)

Fearless; adventurous (The intrepid explorer ventured into uncharted territories.)

To overwhelm (someone) with things or people to be dealt with; to flood (The city was inundated with calls for help after the storm.)

To accustom (someone) to something, especially something unpleasant (The soldiers were inured to the harsh conditions of the battlefield.)

Having a particular habit, activity, or interest that is long-established and unlikely to change (He was an inveterate gambler who couldn't resist the thrill of betting.)

Never to be broken, infringed, or dishonored (The treaty was considered inviolable by both nations.)

Easily angered (His irascible temper often got him into trouble.)

Showing or feeling hesitancy; uncertain (She stood irresolute, unsure of which path to take.)

Not able to be changed, reversed, or recovered; final (The decision was irrevocable, and there was no turning back.)