Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: To drive or push someone to take action, often due to strong feelings or pressure.

Example: The urgent situation impelled her to speak out against the injustice.

Definition: Something that is about to happen or is very close in time.

Example: The storm is imminent, so we should take shelter soon.

Definition: Something that is about to happen or is approaching.

Example: The storm is impending, so we should prepare for heavy rain.

Definition: To be about to happen or occur soon.

Example: The storm is impending, so we should take cover.

Definition: Something that cannot be passed through, understood, or affected; it is difficult to enter or comprehend.

Example: The scientist struggled to explain the impenetrable concepts to her students.

Definition: In a way that cannot be passed through or understood; impossible to penetrate or comprehend.

Example: The fog hung impenetrably over the valley, making it hard to see anything.

Definition: The state of not feeling sorry or regretful for one's wrong actions.

Example: His impenitence after the incident shocked everyone around him.

Definition: Not feeling or showing regret for one's actions; unrepentant.

Example: Despite his mistakes, he remained impenitent and refused to apologize.

Definition: In a way that shows no regret or remorse for one's actions.

Example: He continued to act impenitently, ignoring the consequences of his behavior.

Definition: Describing something that is necessary or urgent, often expressing a command or strong request.

Example: It is imperative that we finish the project by the deadline.

Definition: A command or order that someone must follow, often seen as necessary or urgent.

Example: In a crisis, it is imperative that we act quickly to save lives.

Definition: In a way that expresses a command or request that must be followed.

Example: The teacher spoke imperatively, making it clear that the assignment was due tomorrow.