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Definition of Ito speak to or about someone in an abusive, degrading, or disrespectfuExamples of Insult in a senBecause her husband liked to insult her with rude jokes when he drank alcohol, Jodi begged him to stop drinking. Bullies on the playground like to insult and tease other children with their mean words and name-calling. The racist bigot used four-letter words … [Read more...] about Insult used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Ina hormone made by the pancreas that controls the level of the sugar glucose in the Examples of Insulin in a sen1. Because he has diabetes, the man’s pancreas does not make enough insulin to control his sugar glucose levels. 2. Insulin shots are provided for patients whose pancreases no longer make enough of the hormone. 3. When the our insulin levels are … [Read more...] about Insulin used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Insulmaterial used to keep something (usually a building)Examples of Insulation in a senThick insulation was added to the walls and the attic to keep the cold air out of the old farmhouse. Before going skiing again in the snowy Alps, the shivering couple had to add a layer of insulation to warm up their wardrobe. During the science experiment, the students … [Read more...] about Insulation used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Innot interested in meeting anyone outside your own group or country, or not interested in learning new ideas or ways of doing tExamples of Insular in a senBecause the insular man had lived on a deserted island for several years, he was not very good at making conversation. The people who live on the mountain have insular personalities because they are not … [Read more...] about Insular used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Insuffinot enough; inadeExamples of Insufficient in a senThe insufficient quantity of soap in the laundry room made it difficult to wash all of the clothing. Shocked by the denial of her debit card, the woman hurriedly called the bank to find out the reason for the insufficient funds. Although she had many spices in her cabinet, the chef had an … [Read more...] about Insufficient used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of InsuffeunbeaExamples of Insufferable in a senJean filed for divorce from her insufferable husband after only three days of marriage. Because of Matt’s insufferable personality, none of the students would sit with him at lunch. Brian was uncertain how much longer he could deal with the insufferable pain of having terminal cancer. During the meal, … [Read more...] about Insufferable used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Insubstanot enough; not strong eExamples of Insubstantial in a senBecause the evidence was insubstantial, there wasn’t strong enough proof to charge the man with murder. Tina assured her mother that a silly dream was insubstantial proof that trouble was headed their way. An insubstantial amount of people wanted a recount, but they were too few to make it … [Read more...] about Insubstantial used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Insubordinthe act of refusing to follow the instructions of an individual who is considered to be one’s supExamples of Insubordination in a senThe soldier’s refusal to follow orders was nothing less than insubordination. Because the player displayed insubordination by not following the coach’s playlist, he was removed from the game. The stubborn dog showed … [Read more...] about Insubordination used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Insuborddefiant and refusing to follow the orders of those in positions of authExamples of Insubordinate in a senBethany was fired for being insubordinate after she refused to stock the storeroom as her manager asked her to. The Army sergeant screamed in the insubordinate soldier’s face because he refused to follow orders. Insubordinate students were given … [Read more...] about Insubordinate used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Instrumsomething that directly influences a movement, goal, or aim, usually posExamples of Instrumental in a senMartin Luther King Jr. was an instrumental part of the Civil Rights Movement that brought about more freedom for African Americans. The invention of search engines has been instrumental in the spread of knowledge without having to physically research … [Read more...] about Instrumental used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Instra tool designed for a particular puExamples of Instrument in a senThe modern firearm is an instrument of destruction, designed with the sole purpose of killing or wounding other people. For many artists, the first instrument they practiced with was the ever trusty pencil, ideal for rough sketches and inevitable mistakes. Perhaps the most useful … [Read more...] about Instrument used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Instrugiving useful informExamples of Instructive in a senThe data set was instructive and told the professor exactly which students he needed to work with one on one. Although some parts of the manual are instructive, much of the useful information for this job is learned hands-on. The instructive yoga class guided the beginners through the very basics of … [Read more...] about Instructive used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Instruan order, command, or direction that tells someone what to do or how to Examples of Instruction in a senAllie received a bad grade on her project because she ignored her teacher’s last instruction and did it incorrectly. Refusing to read the instruction manual, the laborer built the bookshelf without anyone to guide him. The professor read the … [Read more...] about Instruction used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Instrtold or showed what Examples of Instructed in a senThe police officer instructed the drunk driver to come out of the truck with his hands up. During the class, the art teacher instructed the students to outline their canvas carefully. Jacob’s father instructed him not to leave the house after dark, but the teen didn’t listen to his warning. Most … [Read more...] about Instructed used in sentence example & words in English

Definition of Insto tell someone or teach someone to do someExamples of Instruct in a senYou could hear the loud military leader instruct his troop on where to march from the other side of the hill. Because no carpenter was there to instruct him on building the birdhouse, the amateur craftsman did the best he could. During a test, Mrs. Williams tells her students what … [Read more...] about Instruct used in sentence example & words in English