What does relevant mean?
Relevant means Related, connected, or pertinent to a topic..
Relevant
/ˈɹɛləvənt/ · adjective
Meaning
Related, connected, or pertinent to a topic..
Definitions by Sense
- Related, connected, or pertinent to a topic.
- Not out of date; current.
- (slang, by extension) Famous, popular, or noteworthy in a contemporary context.
Example Sentences
The message of Christmas is still relevant as we near the end of a troubled year and the beginning of an uncertain but challenging new year.
Motorola was quickly losing the cell-phone battle to Nokia for a time. When they launched the RAZR phone and combined it with their "Hello Moto" campaign, it made the brand relevant again.
Synonyms for relevant
Antonyms for relevant
Related Words
Word Forms
- more relevant
- most relevant
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for relevant?
Common synonyms include applicable, germane, in point, pertinent.
What is the opposite of relevant?
Possible antonyms include irrelevant.
How do you use relevant in a sentence?
The message of Christmas is still relevant as we near the end of a troubled year and the beginning of an uncertain but challenging new year.
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