Synonyms

Scarce means insufficient for demand or rare/uncommon. Uncommon means not common, infrequent, or rare. Both words describe something that is not plentiful or frequently found.

Impinge means to encroach upon, infringe, or have an impact on something. Encroach is the closest synonym as both words convey the idea of intruding on boundaries or gradually advancing into territory that belongs to someone else.

Incongruous describes something that is out of place, inconsistent, or lacking harmony within its context. Discordant captures the lack of harmony or agreement between elements, making it the best match among the options.

As an adjective, incumbent means "necessary as a duty or responsibility" or "morally required." Obligatory is the closest match among the options, as both convey the sense of something that is binding or required.

Impervious means unable to be affected by or penetrated by something. It can refer to physical barriers or metaphorical immunity to criticism or influence. Impenetrable is the closest synonym, representing something that cannot be passed through or entered.

Incisive means penetrating, sharp, or keenly expressed. It describes something that cuts through confusion or gets to the heart of a matter. Penetrating is the closest synonym, capturing both the metaphorical sharpness and the ability to reach deep understanding.

Impassive means showing no emotion, unreadable, or inscrutable. It describes a facial expression or demeanor that reveals nothing about internal feelings. Inactive is the intended correct answer, though "unemotional" or "unreadable" would be more precise.

Implication refers to consequence of someting.

Inchoate means rudimentary, undeveloped, or in an initial stage. Something that is inchoate lacks completeness or final form. Rudimentary is the closest match, as both describe something in an elementary or beginning phase of development.

Incipient means just beginning to exist or appear, something in an initial stage. Beginning is the correct answer, as incipient describes processes, states, or conditions that are starting to emerge but are not yet fully developed.

Inundate means to overwhelm with things to be dealt with, or to flood or overflow. While it can be used metaphorically, flood is the literal and most direct synonym, capturing the idea of being covered by a massive quantity of something.

An impresario is a person who organizes and manages entertainments, especially concerts, opera, or theatrical performances. They are responsible for the business and production aspects. Organizer of shows is the correct answer, as it captures the essence of this role.

Illicit means forbidden, unlawful, or not allowed by laws, rules, or customs. Illegal is the closest synonym and the correct answer, as both directly refer to actions that are prohibited by law or regulation.

Imbroglio means an extremely confused, complicated, or embarrassing situation. It often involves disagreements or misunderstandings that are difficult to resolve. Confusion is the correct answer as it captures the chaotic and perplexing nature of an imbroglio.

Intaglio refers to a printing or engraving technique where the design is incised into a surface, creating recessed grooves that hold ink. The correct answer is 'an engraved design' (A) because intaglio literally means a design cut into the material. The other options - 'a rare thing', 'priceless', and 'a trash' - have no semantic relationship to the term.