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| Word | Type | Used in a Sentence | Synonym |
| inaugurate | verb | We need to inaugurate a new immigration policy | to cause to begin, especially officially |
| incentive | noun | We will offer an incentive for them to do better. | something such as punishment or reward |
| incessant | adj. | She could not stand the incessant bickering. | continuing without interruption |
| inclement | adj. | They trained indoors during inclement weather. | stormy |
| indent | verb | Indent the first sentence of the paragraph. | to set words in from the margin |
| indigenous | adj. | The indigenous personnel must be treated with respect. | originating and growing in the area |
| indigo | noun | She loved her beautiful indigo dress. | color between blue and violet |
| indomitable | adj. | We admired her indomitable spirit. | incapable of being overcome; subdued |
| infest | verb | The dog was infested with fleas. | to inhabit, or overrun in large numbers |
| inflation | noun | Inflation will damage both business and the economy. | price increases and lower purchasing power |