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Pertinentness

Pertinent \Per"ti*nent\, a. [L. pertinens, -entis, p. pr. of pertinere: cf. F. pertinent. See Pertain.]

  1. Belonging or related to the subject or matter in hand; fit or appropriate in any way; adapted to the end proposed; apposite; material; relevant; as, pertinent illustrations or arguments; pertinent evidence.

  2. Regarding; concerning; belonging; pertaining. [R.] ``Pertinent unto faith.''
    --Hooker.

    Syn: Apposite; relevant; suitable; appropriate; fit. [1913 Webster] -- Per"ti*nent*ly, adv. -- Per"ti*nent*ness, n.