Indispensably: meaning, definitions and examples
❗
indispensably
[ ɪnˌdɪspənˈsæbəlɪ ]
essentially necessary
Indispensably means in a manner that is absolutely necessary or essential. It indicates that something is so critical that it cannot be done without.
Synonyms
critically, essentially, necessarily
Examples of usage
- This tool is indispensably effective for the project.
- Good communication is indispensably important in teamwork.
- Water is indispensably required for all forms of life.
Etymology
The word 'indispensably' derives from the adjective 'indispensable,' which originates from Latin 'indispensabilis,' meaning 'that cannot be dispensed with.' This Latin term comes from 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'dispensabilis,' meaning 'that can be dispensed.' The use of 'indispensable' in English dates back to the early 17th century, and over time, the adverb 'indispensably' has been formed to describe the manner in which something is necessary. The prefix 'in-' negates the root, suggesting something is absolutely required and cannot be set aside or ignored. Indispensably emphasizes the importance of the subject it modifies, conveying a sense of urgency or necessity in various contexts, such as in morality, functionality, and practicality.