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Pertinence Definition & Meaning

pertinence
noun
  1. relevance by virtue of being applicable to the matter at hand

"Pertinence" in song lyrics

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  • "On ramene la constance, l'abondance d'la rime, d'vant la pertinence"
    IAM — Tiens

Usage tips for "pertinence"

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Frequently asked questions

What does pertinence mean?
relevance by virtue of being applicable to the matter at hand
What part of speech is pertinence?
Pertinence is a noun.

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