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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

insoluble

IPA: /ɪnˈsɒljʊbəl/

KK: /ɪnˈsɑljəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that is difficult or impossible to solve or explain, or that cannot be dissolved in a liquid.

Example: The problem seemed insoluble, leaving the team frustrated.

insolubleness

IPA: /ɪnˈsɒljʊb(ə)lnəs/

KK: /ɪnˈsɑl.jə.bəl.nəs/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being unable to be dissolved in a liquid.

Example: The insolubleness of certain minerals makes them difficult to process in water.

insolubly

IPA: /ɪnˈsɒljʊbli/

KK: /ɪnˈsɑljəblɪ/

adverb

Definition: In a way that cannot be solved or resolved; impossible to fix or find a solution for.

Example: The problem was insolubly complex, leaving the team without any clear answers.

insolvable

IPA: /ɪnˈsɒlvəbl/

KK: /ɪnˈsɑlvəbl/

adjective

Definition: Something that cannot be solved or resolved; it has no possible solution.

Example: The math problem was so complex that it seemed insolvable.

insolvency

IPA: /ɪnˈsɒlvənsi/

KK: /ɪnˈsɒlvənsi/

noun

Definition: A situation where a person or organization cannot pay their debts.

Example: The company declared insolvency after failing to meet its financial obligations.

insolvent

IPA: /ɪnˈsɒlvənt/

KK: /ɪnˈsɑlvənt/

adjective

Definition: Not able to pay debts or meet financial obligations; often used to describe a person or organization that is bankrupt.

Example: The company was declared insolvent after failing to pay its creditors for several months.

noun

Definition: A person or entity that is unable to pay their debts and is declared bankrupt.

Example: The company was declared insolvent after failing to meet its financial obligations.

insomniac

IPA: /ɪnˈsɒm.ni.æk/

KK: /ɪnˈsɑmniˌæk/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who has difficulty sleeping or suffers from insomnia.

Example: She is an insomniac who often struggles to fall asleep at night.

noun

Definition: A person who has difficulty sleeping and often cannot fall asleep or stay asleep.

Example: As an insomniac, she often found herself awake at night while others were sleeping.

insouciant

IPA: /ˌɪnˈsuːsiənt/

KK: /ɪnˈsuːsiənt/

adjective

Definition: Showing a relaxed and carefree attitude, not worried about anything.

Example: Despite the chaos around her, she remained insouciant and calm.

insouciantly

IPA: /ˌɪnˈsuːsiəntli/

KK: /ɪnˈsuːsiəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a relaxed and carefree way, showing a lack of concern or worry.

Example: She insouciantly strolled through the park, enjoying the sunny day without a care in the world.

inspective

IPA: /ɪnˈspɛktɪv/

KK: /ɪnˈspɛktɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of examining or checking something carefully.

Example: The inspective process ensured that all safety standards were met.

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