indispensable
0 synonyms and 1 antonyms for indispensable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — So necessary that it cannot be done without.
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How to use indispensable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle French indispensable, from Medieval Latin indispensabilis — literally "not able to be dispensed with."
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What does “indispensable” mean?
The word “indispensable” means so necessary that it cannot be done without. In plain terms, so important or essential that you can't manage without it.
How do you pronounce “indispensable”?
“Indispensable” is pronounced ihn-dih-SPEHN-suh-buhl (/ˌɪndɪˈspɛnsəbəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “indispensable” in a sentence?
Here is “indispensable” used in a sentence: “A good night's sleep is indispensable to clear thinking.”
What is the opposite of “indispensable”?
The opposite of “indispensable” — its antonyms — is dispensable.
What part of speech is “indispensable”?
Depending on how it is used, “indispensable” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “indispensable” come from?
The word “indispensable” comes from Medieval Latin. From Middle French indispensable, from Medieval Latin indispensabilis — literally "not able to be dispensed with.".
Is “indispensable” a common word?
“Indispensable” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “indispensable” have?
“Indispensable” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: so necessary that it cannot be done without.