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igneous

IPA: /ˈɪɡ.ni.əs/

KK: /ˈɪɡniəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to rocks that are formed from the cooling and solidification of molten material, such as magma or lava.

Example: The igneous rock was formed from cooled lava after the volcanic eruption.

ignimbrite

IPA: /ɪɡˈnɪmˌbraɪt/

KK: /ɪgˈnɪmˌbraɪt/

noun

Definition: A type of volcanic rock created when volcanic ash and other materials are compressed and fused together during an explosive eruption.

Example: The geologist collected samples of ignimbrite to study its formation and properties.

ignitable

IPA: /ɪɡˈnaɪtəbl/

KK: /ɪgˈnaɪtəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to catch fire and burn easily.

Example: The materials used in the construction are ignitable, so safety precautions are necessary.

ignite

IPA: /ɪɡˈnaɪt/

KK: /ɪgˈnaɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To start burning or to catch fire.

Example: The dry leaves began to ignite when the sun hit them.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to start burning or to excite strong feelings in someone.

Example: The campfire was ignited with just a few matches.

ignition

IPA: /ɪɡˈnɪʃən/

KK: /ɪgˈnɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process or system that starts a fire or ignites fuel in an engine.

Example: The ignition of the engine was delayed due to a faulty spark plug.

ignoble

IPA: /ɪɡˈnoʊbəl/

KK: /ɪgˈnoʊbəl/

adjective

Definition: This word describes someone or something that is not honorable or is of low moral quality. It can also refer to being common or not noble in status.

Example: His ignoble actions during the competition shocked everyone.

ignobleness

IPA: /ɪɡˈnoʊblnəs/

KK: /ɪgˈnoʊblnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being dishonorable or having low moral standards.

Example: His ignobleness was evident in his selfish actions during the crisis.

ignobly

IPA: /ɪɡˈnoʊbli/

KK: /ɪgˈnoʊbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not honorable or noble; in a dishonorable manner.

Example: He acted ignobly by betraying his friends for personal gain.

ignominious

IPA: /ˌɪɡ.nəˈmɪn.i.əs/

KK: /ɪgˈnɒmɪnɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Deserving of shame or disgrace; causing embarrassment or humiliation.

Example: The team's ignominious defeat left the players feeling ashamed.

ignominiously

IPA: /ɪɡˈnɒmɪnɪəsli/

KK: /ɪgˈnɒmɪnɪəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that brings shame or disgrace; in a dishonorable manner.

Example: He was ignominiously defeated in the final match.

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