Meaning of the word pertinence in English

What does pertinence mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pertinence

US /ˈpɝː.t̬ən.əns/
UK /ˈpɜː.tɪ.nəns/

Noun

the fact of being directly related to, and important, for the subject being considered:

Example:
This point has particular pertinence to the topic we are discussing.
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