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relevantly

relevantly

1 5.4
In a way that relates to the topic being discussed
  • adverb
  • /ˈrɛləvəntli/
translation icon : relevante
  • To write an effective essay, you must reference the sources relevantly to support your argument.
  • relevantly similar

Examples

  • Thanks to Michael and others who have contributed relevantly.

    Blog text (20)
  • Finally, they must be reasons that are put forth in a relevantly public forum.

    Blog text (4)
  • A proxy measure can be useful, but to accomplish this, it needs to measure something that is relevantly similar to the target.

    Academic text (2016)
  • When called upon in class, dependable students are prepared to respond relevantly, clearly, and respectfully.

    Academic text (2006)
  • In double grounding, one element in the blended space is relevantly linked to elements in each of the inputs.

    Academic text (2005)
  • In class discussions, I always aim to contribute relevantly to the topic so that my ideas are useful.

  • The teacher encouraged us to answer questions relevantly, focusing on the main points of the lecture.

Synonyms

appropriately
vsrelevantly
120 3.5

In a suitable way for the situation

stresses being connected to the matter as well as fitting the situation
aptly
vsrelevantly
31 3.7

In a way that fits the situation

is about being connected or suitable without necessarily showing skill
suitably
vsrelevantly
14 3.0

In a way that fits the situation

includes being connected to the topic, not only being correct for the task
fittingly
vsrelevantly
9 3.9

In a way that is right for the situation

focuses on being connected to the matter, not only matching mood
contextually
vsrelevantly
2 6.1

In a way that depends on the situation or the words around it

means connection to the matter itself rather than only depending on surroundings
relatedly
vsrelevantly
  • Formal
1 4.9

In a way that connects to what was just said

focuses on being appropriate to the topic rather than merely linking ideas
pertinently
vsrelevantly
  • Formal
1 6.2

In a way that is related to the subject being discussed

is broader, meaning connection or suitability rather than narrow direct link
topically
vsrelevantly
1 4.6

About a particular subject

covers connection or suitability more generally, not only subject matching
appositely
vsrelevantly
  • Formal
6.8

In a way that suits the situation

emphasizes relation to the topic rather than precise situational fit
befittingly
vsrelevantly
6.8

In a way that is right for the situation

leans more toward direct connection with the subject than just decorum

Antonyms

1 4.6

In a way not connected to the main subject

How Relevant

centrally
15 3.0
crucially
13 4.4
relevantly
1 5.4
pertinently
  • Formal
1 6.2
marginally
35 4.1
tangentially
6 7.7
irrelevantly
1 4.6

Surface Forms

relevantly positive

Morphology

relevantly = relevant (transparent) = relevant + ly

The adverb is formed by the regular addition of '-ly' to the adjective 'relevant', so the meaning is directly derived.

Etymology

The word relevantly comes from parts meaning 'again' (re-) and 'to lift' (levare), the same root behind words like elevator and relieve. So to speak relevantly is like 'lifting up' the points that matter, which is why it means 'in a way that is connected to the topic'.