relevant
Translation
connected, appropriate
Examples
Please only provide information that is relevant to the case.
Please only provide information that is relevant to the case.
Her experience is highly relevant for this job.
Her experience is highly relevant for this job.
Grammar Patterns
relevant ((to sth.)) connected to (sth.) Your comment is not relevant to the discussion.
relevant ((for sth./sb.)) appropriate for (sth./sb.) This book is relevant for students of history.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pertinent, applicable, related; Antonyms: irrelevant, unrelated
Etymology
From Latin 'relevare' meaning 'to raise up, lighten'. Something relevant 'raises up' its importance in a context.
Memory Tips
If something is relevant, it's like a 'relative' to the topic – it's connected.