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pertinent — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • germane adj Related to a topic of discussion or consideration.
  • perceptive adj Quick to notice or understand things; showing sharp insight.
  • pertinent adjective Directly relevant to the matter at hand.
  • relevant adjective Closely connected to or important for the subject being discussed.
  • salient adj Most noticeable or important; standing out as especially relevant.

Senses

pertinent is used for these senses in English:

  • germane Related to a topic of discussion or consideration.
  • perceptive Having or showing keenness or sharpness of perception, insight, understanding, or intuition.
  • pertinent Important with regard to (a subject or matter); pertaining; relevant.
  • relevant Related, connected, or pertinent to a topic.
  • salient Worthy of note; pertinent or relevant.

Related French words