How to Pronounce Invidious

To pronounce "invidious", say INV-id-ious — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈvɪdi.əs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɪnˈvɪdi.əs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “invidious”

"invidious" has 3 syllables: inv-id-ious. It rhymes with insidious and fastidious, if that helps it stick.

What does invidious mean?

adjective

  1. Causing ill will, envy, or offense.
  2. (of a distinction) Offensively or unfairly discriminating.

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Words that rhyme with invidious

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insidiousfastidioushideous

Related words

unfavourableunfavorablediscriminatoryhatefulodiousabhorrentdespicableheinous

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "invidious"?▾

"Invidious" has 3 syllables: inv · id · ious.

What is the IPA transcription of "invidious"?▾

The IPA transcription of "invidious" is /ɪnˈvɪdi.əs/.

What does "invidious" mean?▾

Invidious: Causing ill will, envy, or offense.

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