pertinent
Americanadjective
adjective
Related Words
See apt.
Other Word Forms
- nonpertinent adjective
- nonpertinently adverb
- pertinence noun
- pertinency noun
- pertinently adverb
- unpertinent adjective
- unpertinently adverb
Etymology
Origin of pertinent
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English, from Latin pertinent- (stem of pertinēns ), present participle of pertinēre “to be applicable, pertain”; pertain, -ent
Example Sentences
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"Video Recaps use AI to summarise a show's most pertinent plot points with a theatrical-quality video that includes narration, dialogue, and music," it said.
From BBC
You can also review all of the pertinent information the agency has on you and your benefits by making a “my Social Security” account on the SSA’s website.
From MarketWatch
Given that all conversations were on a recorded line, I requested a copy of the pertinent conversations regarding this matter.
From MarketWatch
"This is particularly pertinent in the case of a public service broadcaster such as the BBC," it added.
From Barron's
He can of course see how pertinent this is - there have been recent wildfires around the world, including in California in August.
From BBC
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