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pertinence Definition

per·ti·nence (pʉrt'n əns)

noun

the quality of being pertinent or appropriate; relevance

pertinence Synonyms

pertinence

n.

pertinence Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • have: Some of these are of historical interest, while others have a pertinence to mining at the locality in modern times.
  • gain: As globalization and the aspects of global integration associated with it advance, questions of culture and identity have gained renewed pertinence and relevance.

Adjective modifier

  • renewed: As globalization and the aspects of global integration associated with it advance, questions of culture and identity have gained renewed pertinence and relevance.
  • great: Considerations of sustainability apply with great pertinence to the protection of Britain's historic resource.

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