Definitions

pertains

[per-teynz] / pərˈteɪnz /

VERB

be relevant to

Synonyms

STRONGEST

apply refer relate

STRONG

affect appertain associate befit belong combine concern connect join regard touch vest

WEAK

be appropriate be part of be pertinent bear on inhere with

Antonyms

STRONG

disconnect disjoin divide part separate

Example Sentences

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Ramaswamy, who entered the race this month, wrote a book on the topic, particularly as it pertains to business: “Woke, Inc.: Inside Corporate America’s Social Justice Scam.”

From Seattle Times

The case to be heard on Saturday pertains to charges that Khan sold luxury watches and other items given to the state during his 2018-2022 term as prime minister.

From Reuters

“For once, we felt to have a sense of power over privilege, as it pertains to the Sacklers,” she said.

From Seattle Times

“We must reconvene to discuss what our legal and constitutional duty is as it pertains to impeachment.”

From New York Times

Mr. Schwarzenegger said that U.S. mask critics have “obligations and responsibilities” that should dictate their behavior as it pertains to the pandemic.

From Washington Times