Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

Definition: A substance used to introduce a microorganism into a host or environment for the purpose of inducing immunity or growth.

Example: The scientist prepared the inoculum to test its effectiveness in stimulating the immune response.

Definition: The quality of not causing harm or offense to others; being polite or gentle in behavior or speech.

Example: Her inoffensiveness made her a favorite among her colleagues.

Definition: Not able to function or be operated on; often used to describe something that cannot be repaired or treated, especially in a medical context.

Example: The doctors determined that the tumor was inoperable and could not be removed surgically.

Definition: Not working or not having any effect; something that is not functioning as it should.

Example: The old machine is inoperative and needs to be repaired.

Definition: The condition where something is not working or functioning properly.

Example: The inoperativeness of the machinery caused delays in production.

Definition: Not suitable or well-timed; occurring at a bad time.

Example: His arrival was inopportune, as the meeting had just ended.

Definition: In a way that is not suitable or convenient for a particular situation.

Example: He arrived inopportunely during the meeting, causing a distraction.

Definition: The quality of being unsuitable or occurring at an inconvenient time.

Example: The inopportuneness of his arrival made the meeting awkward.

Definition: Something that is excessive or goes beyond what is considered normal or reasonable.

Example: The project took an inordinate amount of time to complete, causing delays in the schedule.

Definition: In a way that is excessive or beyond what is reasonable.

Example: She was inordinately excited about the surprise party.