relevant

word

/ˈɹɛɫəvənt/
REL-uh-vuhnt
/ɹˈɛlɪvənt/
REL-i-vuhnt

Definition

Connected to the topic or situation; something that is important or useful for what you are discussing or doing.

Usage & Nuances

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Common collocations: 'relevant information,' 'relevant experience,' 'relevant to.' Do not confuse with 'relative' (which usually means 'in relation/comparison to something'). 'Irrelevant' is the opposite.

Example Sentences

Is this information relevant to our meeting?

basic

Please include only relevant details in your report.

basic

Your work experience is relevant to this job.

basic

If you find anything relevant, let me know right away.

natural

That comment isn’t really relevant here.

natural

Let’s focus on what’s relevant to the problem.

natural