irrelevant
Translation
irrelevant
Examples
His comment was completely irrelevant to the discussion.
His comment was completely irrelevant to the discussion.
That information is irrelevant to the case.
That information is irrelevant to the case.
Grammar Patterns
((to sth.)) not connected with or important to (sth.) His comment was irrelevant to the discussion.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unrelated, unconnected, immaterial; Antonyms: relevant, pertinent
Etymology
From the prefix 'ir-' (not) + 'relevant'. Literally means 'not relevant'.
Memory Tips
The prefix 'ir-' often means 'not', as in 'irregular'. So, 'irrelevant' means 'not relevant'.