UG ETV1 VOC - Word List - Full detail

innumerable

Definition: too many to be counted (often used hyperbolically)
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Synonym: countless
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Lexical: adjective

instigate

Definition: 1) to bring about or initiate (an action or event), 2) (instigate someone to do something) incite someone to do something, especially something bad
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instil

Definition: 1) gradually, but firmly establish (an idea, feeling or attitude) in a person’s mind, so that it has a strong influence on this person's way of living, 2) put a substance into something in the form of liquid drops
Notes: E.g. 'A determination to overcome long odds was instilled in Whittle at an early age.'; AmE 'instill'
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insurmountable

Definition: (especially of a problem or a difficulty) so great that it cannot be overcome
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intercept

Definition: to obstruct (someone or something) so as to prevent them from continuing to a destination
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intermittent

Definition: occurring at irregular intervals; not continuous or steady
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intricacies

Definition: details, especially of an involved or perplexing subject
Notes: E.g. 'I enjoyed the film, but I couldn't follow all the intricacies of the plot.'
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intricate

Definition: complex or difficult to understand
Notes: E.g. 'Great Expectations is an intricate story.'
Synonym: complicated, detailed
Antonym: simple, unsophisticated
Lexical: adjective

intrusive

Definition: causing disruption or annoyance through being unwelcome or uninvited
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invoke

Definition: 1) to cite or appeal to (someone or something) as an authority for an action or in support of an argument, 2) to call earnestly for, 3) to call on (a deity or spirit) in prayer, as a witness, or for inspiration
Notes: E.g. 1) 'The question is the wisdom of proceeding without U.N. authority where we have invoked the resolutions of the U.N. as the basis for our undertaking.'
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involuntary

Definition: against someone's will or done without conscious control
Notes: E.g. 'Sarah let out an involuntary scream when Mary started tickling her.'
Synonym: forced, uncontrolled
Antonym: deliberate
Lexical: adjective

irrespective (of)

Definition: not taking (something) into account; regardless of
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irreverent

Definition: not showing the expected respect for official, important, or holy things
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irreversible

Definition: no possibility of being changed
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itinerary

Definition: a detailed plan or route of a journey
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jot

Definition: to write (something) quickly
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jump on the bandwagon

Definition: to participate in something popular or a trend
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juvenile

Definition: psychologically and/or physically immature or underdeveloped
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juxtaposition

Definition: the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect
Notes: E.g. 'The juxtaposition of those images created a beautiful and powerful contrast.'
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keep/hold sth at bay

Definition: prevent someone or something from approaching or having an effect
Notes: E.g. 'So long as the network is adequately protected, hackers can be kept at bay and prevented from stealing the personal information required to commit frauds in your name.'
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