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Exam: TOEFL

impetration

IPA: /ɪmˈpɛtrəʃən/

KK: /ɪmˈpɛtrəˌʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of obtaining something through a request or petition, often in a formal or legal context.

Example: The impetration of the necessary permits took longer than expected.

impetuous

IPA: /ɪmˈpɛtʃəs/

KK: /ɪmˈpɛtʃuəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing someone who acts quickly and without thinking, often with strong emotions or energy.

Example: Her impetuous decision to quit her job surprised everyone.

impetuously

IPA: /ɪmˈpɛtʃuəsli/

KK: /ɪmˈpɛtʃuəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is sudden and done without thinking, often leading to rash decisions or actions.

Example: She impetuously decided to quit her job without having another one lined up.

impetuousness

IPA: /ɪmˈpɛtʃuəsnəs/

KK: /ɪmˈpɛtʃuəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of acting quickly and without thinking carefully, often leading to hasty decisions.

Example: Her impetuousness often got her into trouble because she didn't consider the consequences of her actions.

impetus

IPA: /ˈɪmpɪtəs/

KK: /ˈɪmpɪtəs/

noun

Definition: A force or influence that encourages action or increases activity.

Example: The new policy provided the necessary impetus for the project to move forward.

impiety

IPA: /ɪmˈpaɪ.ə.ti/

KK: /ɪmˈpaɪ.ə.ti/

noun

Definition: The state of being disrespectful or lacking reverence, especially towards religious beliefs or practices.

Example: His impiety shocked the members of the congregation.

impinge

IPA: /ɪmˈpɪndʒ/

KK: /ɪmˈpɪndʒ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To have an effect or impact on something, often in a way that is unwanted or intrusive.

Example: The loud music can impinge on the quiet atmosphere of the library.

impingement

IPA: /ɪmˈpɪndʒmənt/

KK: /ɪmˈpɪndʒmənt/

noun

Definition: The act of having an effect on something, often in a way that is unwanted or harmful.

Example: The impingement of the tree branches on the roof caused some damage.

impinging

IPA: /ɪmˈpɪndʒɪŋ/

KK: /ɪmˈpɪndʒɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of coming together or making contact with something, often in a physical sense.

Example: The impinging of the waves on the shore creates a soothing sound.

verb

Definition: To have an effect or impact on something, often in a way that is noticeable or significant.

Example: The noise from the construction site is impinging on my ability to concentrate.

impious

IPA: /ɪmˈpiːəs/

KK: /ˈɪm.pi.əs/

adjective

Definition: Not showing respect or reverence, especially towards religious beliefs or sacred things.

Example: His impious remarks about the ceremony shocked everyone present.

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