pertinence

noun

per·​ti·​nence ˈpər-tə-nən(t)s How to pronounce pertinence (audio)
ˈpərt-nən(t)s
: the quality or state of being pertinent : relevance

Examples of pertinence in a Sentence

job applicants should question the pertinence of any questions about their personal lives
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Although not explicitly stated, the reality is Oko has extreme pertinence to the Blind and low vision community. Steven Aquino, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024 Monday’s festivities were no different, as every new product Apple announced had pertinence to the disability community. Steven Aquino, Forbes, 11 Sep. 2024 Of course, some have pertinence to accessibility for disabled people. Steven Aquino, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024 In this case, the concept works in reverse: today’s updates are ostensibly for mainstream audiences, yet also have strong pertinence in a disability context. Steven Aquino, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2023 See all Example Sentences for pertinence 

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pertinence was in 1611

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“Pertinence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pertinence. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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pertinence

noun
per·​ti·​nence ˈpərt-ᵊn-ən(t)s How to pronounce pertinence (audio)
ˈpərt-nən(t)s
: the quality or state of being pertinent : relevance

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