Though today the preferred term is inedible, all three words are still considered synonyms.
Difference between Indubitable, Redoubtable and Undoubted
Indubitable means not open to question. It is indubitable that they were better prepared. Redoubtable means feared or worthy of respect. She is a redoubtable opponent; you must respect her. Undoubted means undisputed. For a player of his undoubted talent, he scores little.
Difference between Indolence and Insolence
Indolence means being lazy. A feeling of indolence usually overtakes them during vacation. Insolence means being cheeky, offensive, or conceited. The insolence from that immature student is not called for.
Difference between Indiscreet and Indiscrete
Indiscreet means not showing prudent or good judgment. His open discussion of their financial problems was indiscreet. Indiscrete means not divided or divisible into separate parts. The soil consisted of indiscrete layers of sand, dirt, and gravel.
Difference between Indigenous, Indigent, Indignant and Indignity
Indigenous means native. Indigenous cultures can often contribute to medical discoveries. Indigent means in need of money, impoverished, or poor. The government provides medical care for indigent families. Indignant means angry. A full and detailed explanation backs Phil’s indignant denial. Indignity refers to offending a person’s dignity or self-respect. The hunger in the world is […]
Difference between Indict and Indite
Indict means to accuse or formally charge. The grand jury is going to indict the suspect this week. Indite means to compose or put into writing. Our boss seldom uses a writer to help indite his speeches.
Difference between Indeterminable and Indeterminate
Indeterminable means impossible to fix, measure, or decide. The impact on the number of applications is indeterminable. Indeterminate means vague or unclear. Objects with indeterminate boundaries are difficult to model.
Difference between Incredible and Incredulous
Incredible means hard to believe or unbelievable. Ed’s quick explanation of the car accident is simply incredible. Incredulous means not believing or skeptical. Rob’s story of flying saucers received a few incredulous stares.
Difference between Inconceivable and Unthinkable
Inconceivable means incapable of being comprehended or explained. It’s inconceivable that the merger will cost $30 billion. Unthinkable refers to something so undesirable or difficult to believe that it is unimaginable. It was once unthinkable for a man to go outside without a hat.
Difference between Incomprehensive, Incomprehensible and Uncomprehensible
Incomprehensive means incomplete, limited, or not extensive. The reviewers rejected the reference book as incomprehensive. Incomprehensible (or uncomprehensible) means cannot be understood. The writing was so poor it was practically incomprehensible.
Difference between Incomparable and Incompatible
Incomparable means without equal. Apart from her incomparable beauty, she has a great voice. Incompatible means unable to get along or live together. Social Darwinism is incompatible with social facts.
Difference between Inclose and Enclose
Enclose is preferred in American usage. Make sure you enclose your latest resume with the application.