Exam: TOEFL

Definition: The quality of being unable to express oneself clearly or effectively in speech.

Example: His inarticulacy made it difficult for him to convey his thoughts during the presentation.

Definition: Not able to express thoughts or feelings clearly in speech; often speechless or unclear in communication.

Example: After hearing the shocking news, he was inarticulate and could barely respond.

Definition: A type of brachiopod that does not have a hinge connecting its two shell parts.

Example: The inarticulate species are fascinating because they lack the typical hinge found in other brachiopods.

Definition: In a way that is not clear or effective in expressing thoughts or ideas.

Example: He spoke inarticulately, making it hard for others to understand his point.

Definition: To the extent that; considering the fact that; since.

Example: Inasmuch as it was raining, we decided to stay indoors.

Definition: To the extent that; in view of the fact that.

Example: Inasmuch as the weather was bad, we decided to stay indoors.

Definition: A lack of focus or attention to something, often resulting in mistakes or missed information.

Example: His inattention during the lecture caused him to miss important details.

Definition: Not paying attention or not focused on something.

Example: The inattentive student missed important information during the lecture.

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of attention or focus.

Example: She listened inattentively during the lecture and missed important information.

Definition: The quality of not paying attention or being careless in focus.

Example: His inattentiveness during the lecture caused him to miss important information.

Definition: The quality of being unable to be heard or perceived by the ear.

Example: The inaudibility of the sound made it difficult to detect the source.

Definition: Something that cannot be heard or is too quiet to be heard clearly.

Example: The speaker's voice was so soft that it was almost inaudible in the noisy room.