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Not able to be cured, healed, or remedied.
“Medical science has made great strides, but some diseases remain incurable.”
Behavior or language that is offensive, improper, or violates accepted standards of modesty and morality.
“The television network was fined for broadcasting material that was deemed an act of public indecency.”
An offensive, tactless, or socially inappropriate remark, action, or behavior that lacks sensitivity or good taste.
“She was shocked by the sheer indelicacy of his question about her salary.”
The state or quality of being free from outside control, influence, or the need for support from others.
“The country celebrated fifty years of independence from colonial rule.”
Free from outside control; not subject to another's authority or jurisdiction.
“The country became fully independent in 1948 after decades of colonial rule.”
A person who advocates for or supports the political independence of a particular region, territory, or nation.
“The independentist movement held a massive rally in the capital to demand a referendum on sovereignty.”
Organized, recorded, or listed in an index for quick reference or retrieval.
“The library has an extensively indexed catalogue of rare manuscripts.”
The system or process of compiling lists of items, names, subjects, or references and ordering them alphabetically or categorically for easy retrieval.
“The publishing house hired a professional specializing in book indexing.”
The plural form of index, referring to signs, measures, or indicators of something, or numerical values representing the power to which a number is raised.
“The economic indices suggest a period of significant growth in the manufacturing sector.”
Anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair treatment or unworthy behavior.
“She expressed her indignation at the way the staff had been treated by the management.”
Not straight or direct; deviating from a direct line, course, or method.
“We took an indirect route to avoid the heavy traffic on the highway.”
In a way that is impossible to doubt or question; clearly and undeniably.
“She is indisputably the most talented pianist of her generation.”
A single human being as distinct from a group, class, or family.
“The rights of the individual are protected by the constitution.”
The plural form of individuality; the sum of the particular qualities or characteristics that distinguish one person or thing from others.
“The artist encouraged her students to embrace their own individualities rather than copying established styles.”
Having or showing a disposition to avoid exertion; habitually lazy or slothful.
“The indolent teenager spent his entire summer vacation lounging on the couch playing video games.”