as in essential
impossible to do without
fully aware that he was an indispensable assistant, he decided that it was high time that he be paid what he was worth
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of indispensable
That rejection of redemption is precisely what makes these stories indispensable now.
—
Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
At the same time, Meloni can present herself as both nationalist at home and indispensable to Europe.
—Julia Khrebtan-Hörhager, The Conversation, 11 Feb. 2026
For all the Mets’ changes in the offseason, Lindor remains one of their most indispensable players.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Of course, knowledge and standards must be applied in a world of complex human interaction, which is why the art and humanity of the practice of medicine are indispensable in caring for patients.
—Robert M. Califf, STAT, 6 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for indispensable
Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
At the same time, Meloni can present herself as both nationalist at home and indispensable to Europe.
—Julia Khrebtan-Hörhager, The Conversation, 11 Feb. 2026
For all the Mets’ changes in the offseason, Lindor remains one of their most indispensable players.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Of course, knowledge and standards must be applied in a world of complex human interaction, which is why the art and humanity of the practice of medicine are indispensable in caring for patients.
—Robert M. Califf, STAT, 6 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for indispensable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indispensable
Adjective
-
There are five treatment rooms in total, and a traditional hammam is essential for the full Moroccan experience.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Feb. 2026
-
Cuba's communist government has implemented rationing measures to protect essential services in a country that was already suffering from severe shortages of food, fuel and medicine.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
-
During a government shutdown, all federal functions necessary for public safety, national security and protecting government property may continue, though employees work without pay.—
Riley Beggin,
Arkansas Online,
14 Feb. 2026
-
Still, some major employers either believe AI tools will make junior staff more productive, as is the case with IBM, or that challenging early-career workers was necessary to maintain a talent pipeline, as PwC argues.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
13 Feb. 2026
Adjective
-
Still, pairing strength training with cardio, which is integral to cardiovascular health, can deliver the best return on investment for women.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
13 Feb. 2026
-
More significantly, Savonuzzi conceived the entire body—including doors and hood—as an integral, continuously flowing form.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
13 Feb. 2026
Adjective
-
The proposal underscores a complicated moment for Jewish literature in Texas schools, where books about the Holocaust and Jewish history have recently been pulled from shelves amid parental complaints but are now poised to become required reading statewide.—
Andrew Lapin,
Sun Sentinel,
16 Feb. 2026
-
While advocates and some commissioners urged the county to file a lawsuit to clarify its role and required duties, Demings chose a more careful path.—
Ryan Gillespie,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
Adjective
-
Much needed rain is forecast to impact the area in the later hours of the day.—
Elainie Barraza,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
-
And in its absence, delayed construction and local struggles to acquire funding have created travel woes for commuters and cut off Kansas City, Kansas, businesses and neighborhoods from needed foot traffic.—
Sofi Zeman,
Kansas City Star,
15 Feb. 2026
Adjective
-
Who promises tomorrows to a whole needful planet, restrikes that match?—
Corey Van Landingham,
The New Yorker,
19 June 2023
-
They are not found to be such on the injustice and violence of individuals, and lose their efficacy in proportion to the number combined together, that is, in proportion as their efficacy becomes needful.—
James Freeman,
WSJ,
27 Dec. 2022
Adjective
-
Time lines in such cases are vital, and this one was stretching out.—
Paige Williams,
New Yorker,
14 Feb. 2026
-
So basically, protein is more vital right now than ever — supporting bone health, mood, muscles, and exercise recovery.—
Rita Templeton,
Flow Space,
13 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Indispensable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indispensable. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
