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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Under the guidance set out in a new Victim Information Request Code of Practice, police requests for counselling notes must meet strict criteria of being necessary, proportionate, and relevant.

From BBC

Using this tool, the researchers focused on brain activity in the beta frequency band, which has been linked to memory processes and is especially relevant in Alzheimer's research, according to Jones.

From Science Daily

"Such incidents demand that relevant departments fulfil their responsibilities seriously and ensure safety measures," he said in a statement reported by local media.

From BBC

"The Ministry of Commerce, along with relevant departments, will conduct an evaluative investigation into this acquisition," spokesman He Yadong said in a press conference on Thursday.

From MarketWatch

“The Ministry of Commerce, along with relevant departments, will conduct an evaluative investigation into this acquisition,” spokesman He Yadong said in a press conference on Thursday.

From The Wall Street Journal

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