Pronunciation

/ˌɪndɪspensəbl/

Definitions

• Adjective: Absolutely necessary; essential; not able to be done without. It describes something that is so important that it cannot be dispensed with or omitted.

Examples

• Adj. The internet has become an indispensable tool for communication and research in today’s society.
  • "A first-aid kit is indispensable on any camping trip."
  • "Water is an indispensable resource for life."

Phrases

• "Indispensable to" emphasizes the necessity of something for a particular purpose. Example: “Good time management skills are indispensable to achieving success in one’s career.”

• “An indispensable part of” highlights how something is an integral component. Example: “Exercise is an indispensable part of maintaining good health.”

Example Sentences

• Adj. “Her expertise in coding made her an indispensable member of our software development team.”
• "In remote work scenarios, video conferencing technology has become indispensable."

Synonyms

• Essential
• Vital
• Necessary
• Crucial
• Imperative
• Compulsory
• Indefensible (in the sense of being unable to justify not having it)