Prescindible

Prescindible (pronounced preh-SIN-dih-buhl) is an adjective describing something that can be disregarded, ignored, or left out without affecting the core function, meaning, or validity of the subject. It signifies a characteristic or element that is nonessential, dispensable, or inconsequential to the larger context. Essentially, a prescindible item could be 'cut away' without critical repercussions, serving as a supplemental, rather than an integral part. The word highlights the relative importance of specific details within a larger system. It is frequently used in philosophical, analytical, and abstract discussions, particularly those concerning logic and epistemology.

Prescindible meaning with examples

• The intricate flower pattern on the vase was prescindible; the vase's primary function, holding water, remained unaffected. Its aesthetic value wasn't inherently dependent on the complex design. You could eliminate the flowers and still have a perfectly functional vase.
• In this scientific model, the specific color of the simulated particles is prescindible. The core properties being investigated - their mass and movement - are independent of their color representation in the simulation.
• For the purpose of this abstract, the author deemed the historical context of the author's origin prescindible. The argument's validity rests on the logical structure, not the biography.
• While the elaborate ornamentation of the cathedral was impressive, the structural support provided by the arches and columns was critical; thus, the ornamentation was prescindible in terms of the building’s stability.
• Considering only the legal obligations of a contract, discussions about future expansions or potential business relationships were considered prescindible when adjudicating a breach.