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relevant
/ˈrɛl.ə.vənt/
[/ˈrɛl.ə.vənt/]
connected to the topic
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Relevant means closely connected to the subject being discussed. Students should include only relevant information in their answers.
Example
Make sure every point is relevant to the question.
Make sure every point is relevant to the question.
Etymology
From Latin 'relevare' meaning to lift up or help.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to judge whether content fits the question.