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PERTINENT
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Being of striking appropriateness and pertinence
Example:
an apt reply
Synonyms:
Classified under:
Similar:
apropos (of an appropriate or pertinent nature)
Derivation:
pertain (be relevant to)
pertinence; pertinency (relevance by virtue of being applicable to the matter at hand)
Sense 2
Meaning:
Having precise or logical relevance to the matter at hand
Example:
remarks that were to the point
Classified under:
Similar:
relevant (having a bearing on or connection with the subject at issue)
Derivation:
pertain (be a part or attribute of)
pertinence; pertinency (relevance by virtue of being applicable to the matter at hand)
