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- [dih-spen-suh-buh l]
- /dɪˈspɛn sə bəl/
- /dɪˈspen.sə.bl̩/
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- [dih-spen-suh-buh l]
- /dɪˈspɛn sə bəl/
Definitions of dispensable word
- adjective dispensable capable of being dispensed with or done without; not necessary or essential. 1
- adjective dispensable capable of being dispensed or administered: The money is not dispensable at present. 1
- adjective dispensable Roman Catholic Church. capable of being permitted or forgiven, as an offense or sin. 1
- noun dispensable Able to be replaced or done without; superfluous. 1
- adjective dispensable not essential 1
- adjective dispensable available for use 1
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Origin of dispensable
First appearance:
before 1525 One of the 28% oldest English words
1525-35; < Medieval Latin dispēnsābilis, equivalent to Latin dispēns(āre) to distribute by weight (see dispense) + -ābilis -able
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Parts of speech for Dispensable
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dispensable popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 59% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for dispensable
adj dispensable
- minor — lesser, as in size, extent, or importance, or being or noting the lesser of two: a minor share.
- needless — unnecessary; not needed or wanted: a needless waste of food.
- nonessential — not essential; not necessary: Nonessential use of gasoline was forbidden during the war.
- removable — that may be removed.
- superfluous — being more than is sufficient or required; excessive.
adjective dispensable
- unessential — not of prime importance; not indispensable.
- replaceable — to assume the former role, position, or function of; substitute for (a person or thing): Electricity has replaced gas in lighting.
Antonyms for dispensable
adj dispensable
- indispensable — absolutely necessary, essential, or requisite: an indispensable member of the staff.
- needed — necessary, required, or wanted (usually used in combination): a much-needed vacation.
- useful — being of use or service; serving some purpose; advantageous, helpful, or of good effect: a useful member of society.
- irreplaceable — incapable of being replaced; unique: an irreplaceable vase.
- necessary — being essential, indispensable, or requisite: a necessary part of the motor.
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