Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: The act of bringing something upon oneself, usually something negative like a cost or debt.

Example: The incurrence of additional fees was unexpected and caused concern among the team.

Definition: An aggressive or hostile entry into a place, often involving invasion or raid.

Example: The army launched an incursion into enemy territory to gather intelligence.

Definition: Having a shape that curves inward.

Example: The incurvate leaves of the plant give it a unique appearance.

Definition: To make something bend inward or curve towards the inside.

Example: The artist decided to incurvate the edges of the sculpture to create a more dynamic shape.

Definition: A condition or state where something curves inward; it refers to any instance of bending or curving.

Example: The incurvation of the tree branches created a beautiful arch over the path.

Definition: A small, anvil-shaped bone located in the middle ear of mammals, which connects the malleus and stapes bones and helps transmit sound vibrations.

Example: The incus plays a crucial role in hearing by transmitting sound from the outer ear to the inner ear.

Definition: To seek or search for something.

Example: The detective will indagate the crime scene for clues.

Definition: A type of organic compound that can form unstable colored salts and is used in the production of dyes.

Example: The chemist experimented with indamine to create a new dye for fabrics.

Definition: The condition of having to pay back money or a favor to someone because you borrowed it or received help from them.

Example: After taking out a loan for his house, he felt a sense of indebtedness to the bank.

Definition: The quality or state of being inappropriate or offensive, often in a way that is considered morally wrong or shameful.

Example: The comedian was criticized for his indecency during the performance.

Definition: Something that cannot be understood or read because it is unclear or difficult to interpret.

Example: The ancient script was so worn that it was indecipherable to the archaeologists.