relevance
Definitions
noun
The property or state of being relevant or pertinent.
Collocations
25(noun.)
ADJ
considerable, great, wider
limited, marginal
doubtful, dubious
equal
direct, immediate
continued/continuing
declining
obvious
real
possible, potential
general
particular, special
contemporary
The old teaching methods have lost their contemporary relevance in modern classrooms.
practical
political
VERB + RELEVANCE
be/remain of
This old newspaper article remains of little relevance to our discussion today.
bear, have
Historical events often have great relevance to understanding modern politics today.
lack, lose
The old software lacks relevance for today's users who need modern features.
ensure
Companies update their products regularly to ensure their continued relevance in the market.
increase
see
demonstrate, establish
The researcher's recent findings demonstrate clear relevance to treating heart disease in younger patients.
assess, consider, examine, explore, judge
question
PREP
~ for/to
The teacher explained the relevance of Shakespeare's plays for modern students.
Thesaurus
Synonyms
noun — the relation of something to the matter at hand
Antonyms
- irrelevance
- irrelevancy
Idioms & Phrases
Example Bank
6This has no relevance to my background.
Tatoeba · #1107841I don't see the relevance.
Tatoeba · #2276198"Objection. This certainly has no relevance." "All objections have been waived till the trial."
Tatoeba · #2313108In her speech, she emphasized the issues that had direct relevance to practice.
Tatoeba · #2900424Relevance is a key element in communication.
Tatoeba · #4035921Saint Augustine was another Berber of great relevance to world history.
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