relevance

American  

[rel-uh-vuhns] / ˈrɛl ə vəns /

Often relevancy

noun

1. the condition of being relevant, or connected with the matter at hand.

   Some traditional institutions of the media lack relevance in this digital age.

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Etymology

Origin of relevance

First recorded in 1620–30, for an earlier sense; relev(ant) ( def. ) + -ance ( def. )

Example Sentences

"I would argue both operation and maintenance are equally significant for structures such as the Scenic Railway," she said, adding the operation of a listed structure was "integral" to its heritage function and relevance.

From BBC

This was said by the coroner to be of central relevance to the case and the police supported the move.

From BBC

But the real relevance of Italian mountain cuisine isn’t about spectacle or nostalgia.

From Salon

Taken in isolation, the Brook incident probably has little relevance to the futures of Key and McCullum.

From BBC

He predicted that the company will grow revenues at a 22% annual clip through 2027, thanks to improvements in engagement and ad relevance, and advancements in artificial intelligence.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• applicability
• importance
• purpose