WorldJuly 13, 2026

indispensability

/ˌɪndɪˌspɛnsəˈbɪlɪti/

Definition

The state or quality of being so necessary or essential that a party cannot effectively operate, influence others, or be excluded from a system without significant loss.

Etymology

The word stems from the Latin 'indispensabilis,' formed by combining 'in-' (not) and 'dispensare' (to distribute or manage). It evolved into Middle French and then English to describe things that are impossible to dispense with or do without.

In the news

In the article, the author suggests Canada should aim for 'strategic indispensability' by embedding its technologies and resources into global industrial networks. This ensures that other nations rely on Canada's contributions, thereby granting the country greater leverage and influence on the world stage.

From Moral Suasion to Strategic Indispensability: Carney isn't Shrinking Canada’s Ambitions, he's Updating Them.

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