English adjective: indispensable | |||
1. | indispensable not to be dispensed with; essential | ||
Samples | Foods indispensable to good nutrition. | ||
Similar | critical, vital | ||
See also | necessary | ||
Attribute | dispensability, dispensableness | ||
Antonyms | dispensable | ||
2. | indispensable absolutely necessary; vitally necessary | ||
Samples | Essential tools and materials. Funds essential to the completion of the project. An indispensable worker. | ||
Synonyms | essential | ||
Similar | necessary | ||
Antonyms | unnecessary, unneeded | ||
3. | indispensable unavoidable | ||
Samples | The routine but indispensable ceremonies of state. | ||
Similar | obligatory | ||
Antonyms | optional | ||