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Exam: IELTS

insomnia

IPA: /ɪnˈsɒm.ni.ə/

KK: /ɪnˈsɑːm.nɪ.ə/

noun

Definition: A condition where a person has trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, leading to not getting enough rest.

Example: Many people suffer from insomnia, making it hard for them to focus during the day.

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.

insomuch

IPA: /ɪnˈsoʊmʌtʃ/

KK: /ɪnˈsoʊmʌtʃ/

adverb

Definition: For that reason; to that extent; as a result of something previously mentioned.

Example: She was very tired, insomuch that she fell asleep during the movie.

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.

inspect

IPA: /ɪnˈspɛkt/

KK: /ɪnˈspɛkt/

transitive verb

Definition: To look at something closely to check its condition or quality, often to find problems or mistakes.

Example: The teacher will inspect the students' homework for any errors.

inspection

IPA: /ɪnˈspɛkʃən/

KK: /ɪnˈspɛkʃən/

noun

Definition: A careful examination or review of something to check its quality or condition.

Example: The inspection of the building revealed several safety issues that needed to be addressed.

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.

inspector

IPA: /ɪnˈspɛktər/

KK: /ɪnˈspɛktər/

noun

Definition: A person whose job is to examine or check something carefully, often to ensure that rules or standards are being followed.

Example: The inspector checked the building for safety violations.

inspectorate

IPA: /ɪnˈspɛktəreɪt/

KK: /ɪnˈspɛktərɪt/

noun

Definition: A group of people who inspect or examine something, often in an official capacity, or the office where this work is done.

Example: The inspectorate was responsible for ensuring that all safety regulations were followed in the construction site.

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