pertinent
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for pertinent, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Directly relevant to the matter at hand.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use pertinent
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pertinent information
pertinent question
pertinent to the discussion
Etymology
From Old French pertinent and Latin pertinens, the present participle of pertinere ("to pertain, be relevant to").
Full origin of pertinent →Frequently asked questions
What does “pertinent” mean?
The word “pertinent” means directly relevant to the matter at hand. In plain terms, relevant and on-topic — the opposite of beside the point.
How do you pronounce “pertinent”?
“Pertinent” is pronounced PUH-tih-nuhnt (/ˈpɚtɪnənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “pertinent” in a sentence?
Here is “pertinent” used in a sentence: “She asked a pertinent question that got right to the heart of the issue.”
What is the opposite of “pertinent”?
The opposite of “pertinent” — its antonyms — is irrelevant.
What part of speech is “pertinent”?
“Pertinent” is an adjective.
Where does the word “pertinent” come from?
The word “pertinent” comes from Latin. From Old French pertinent and Latin pertinens, the present participle of pertinere ("to pertain, be relevant to").
Is “pertinent” a common word?
“Pertinent” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
