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relevance

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced Oxford US //ˈɹɛɫəvəns// UK //ɹˈɛlɪvəns// rel·e·vance

n. the quality of being useful or connected to what is happening now. If something has relevance, it matters to the person or the situation you are talking about.

n. the quality or state of being closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand. Often used to describe the applicability of information or ideas to a specific context.


SIMPLE

The teacher explained the relevance of history to our lives.

CONTEXTUAL

The lawyer argued that the witness's personal life had no relevance to the criminal case being tried.

COMPLEX

In an era of rapid technological change, many traditional industries struggle to maintain their relevance as consumer habits shift toward digital-first experiences.

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Origin

From relevant + -ance.

Usage

Commonly followed by the preposition 'to' when indicating the subject of connection.

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