imposition -
An unfair or unwelcome demand or requirement placed on someone.
The sudden imposition of strict dress codes surprised the employees but they adjusted very quickly.
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inevitable -
Certain to happen and impossible to avoid.
After weeks of neglecting his studies, failing the test was inevitable.
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Inward
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insular -
Narrow-minded or unwilling to accept new ideas or influences from outside sources.
Growing up in an insular community, she was shocked by the diversity of the big city.
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Pleasure
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imbibe -
To drink a liquid, usually alcohol.
Every day after work, Lenny would head to the neighborhood bar and imbibe one beer.
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intricate -
Having many complex and detailed parts that are difficult to understand or analyze.
The artist created an intricate piece of art with tiny, detailed patterns.
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Stupid
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irresponsible -
Not thinking enough or not worrying about the possible results of what you do
When Mom came home and found the house empty and the door unlocked, she told her kids that was an irresponsible thing to do
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Dangerous
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incendiary -
Likely to cause fire, violence, strong feelings, or anger.
The prison riot started when some prisoners shouted incendiary remarks in the cafeteria about how awful their living conditions were.
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inept -
Having or showing no skill; clumsy
In his rookie debut, Omar seemed inept because he struck out every time he was at bat for his first 4 games, but then he improved, much to his and his team's relief.
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impetuous -
Acting quickly and without thought or care; impulsive.
His impetuous decision to quit his job left him struggling to find a new one.
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Move
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influx -
A large arrival or flow of people, things, or money into a place.
The beaches experienced an influx of people during the summer months.
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inflammatory -
Causing or likely to cause strong emotions, especially anger or hostility.
His inflammatory remarks at the meeting led to a tension in the air that took a while to dissipate.
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impose -
To force something to be accepted or endured, often against someone's will.
He didn’t want to impose his opinions on others, so he listened when other people talked.
