Definitions

relevant

[rel-uh-vuhnt] / ˈrɛl ə vənt /

ADJECTIVE

appropriate; to the purpose

Synonyms

STRONGEST

admissible applicable compatible consistent germane important pertinent proper related significant suitable suited

WEAK

accordant ad rem allowable applicatory apposite appurtenant apt becoming cognate concerning conformant conforming congruent congruous consonant correlated correspondent fit fitting harmonious having direct bearing on having to do with material on the button on the nose pat pertaining to pointful referring relative right-on to the point weighty

Antonyms

STRONGEST

improper inapplicable inappropriate incompatible insignificant irrelevant trivial unacceptable unfitting unimportant unrelated unsuitable

Example Sentences

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"We will continue to monitor the situation and follow national guidance where relevant."

From BBC

He notes that six of the 10 themes’ valuations have become notably more expensive, particularly Japan, energy and gold, “as events have concentrated the market mind on the relevant thesis.”

From MarketWatch

However, execution on product development could be tougher over the near term due to the 50% reduction in relevant staff.

From The Wall Street Journal

Their plan is to elevate the retailer and make it more relevant but also keep its sweet spot as a more affordable alternative to true luxury chains.

From The Wall Street Journal

The video game fan tells BBC Newsbeat it's stayed relevant for so many years because it's so "unique in that there's not just one way to play it".

From BBC

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