Adjective
laconic
IPA /ləˈkɒnɪk/
Using very few words to express something, often in a way that seems calm or unemotional.
See example sentence: laconic
His laconic reply to our long invitation was simply, “I'll come.”
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Adjective
intrepid
IPA /ɪnˈtrepɪd/
Very brave and willing to face danger or difficult situations without being easily discouraged.
See example sentence: intrepid
The intrepid hikers continued along the steep path towards the summit.
Adjective
insidious
IPA /ɪnˈsɪdiəs/
Developing gradually and quietly in a way that is difficult to notice but can cause serious harm.
See example sentence: insidious
The insidious spread of damp damaged the wall before we noticed it.
Adjective
inherent
IPA /ɪnˈherənt/
Existing as a natural or essential part of something, rather than being added from outside.
See example sentence: inherent
There are inherent risks in swimming alone in unfamiliar water.
Noun
indignation
IPA /ˌɪndɪɡˈneɪʃn/
Anger caused by something that you believe is unfair, insulting or unreasonable, often with a sense of being wronged.
See example sentence: indignation
She expressed indignation when she was charged for someone else's meal.
Adjective
incongruous
IPA /ɪnˈkɒŋɡruəs/
Looking or seeming strange because it does not fit the surroundings, situation or other things present.
See example sentence: incongruous
His muddy hiking boots looked incongruous beside the elegant wedding decorations.
Adjective
inadvertent
IPA /ˌɪnədˈvɜːtnt/
Done without intention, usually because someone failed to notice something or made an accidental mistake.
See example sentence: inadvertent
An inadvertent tap on my phone sent the unfinished message.
Adjective
impervious
IPA /ɪmˈpɜːviəs/
Not affected or influenced by something, even when it would normally change a person's feelings or behaviour.
See example sentence: impervious
He remained impervious to their teasing and calmly finished his meal.
Adjective
impetuous
IPA /ɪmˈpetʃuəs/
Acting quickly on a sudden feeling without carefully considering what may happen as a result.
See example sentence: impetuous
An impetuous decision led him to book the holiday without checking the dates.
Adjective
imminent
IPA /ˈɪmɪnənt/
Expected or likely to happen very soon, often with signs that the event is approaching.
See example sentence: imminent
The dark clouds suggested that a heavy downpour was imminent.
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