Germane vs. Relevant
Difference Between Germane and Relevant
Germaneadjective
Related to a matter at hand, especially to a subject under discussion.
Relevantadjective
Having a bearing on or connection with the matter at hand.
Germaneadjective
Related to a topic of discussion or consideration.
Relevantadjective
Meaningful or purposeful in current society or culture
thought that the traditional male role of breadwinner was no longer relevant.Germanenoun
(inorganic chemistry) germanium tetrahydride, GeH4
Relevantadjective
Directly related, connected, or pertinent to a topic.
His mother provided some relevant background information concerning his medical condition.Germanenoun
Any organic derivative of this compound.
Relevantadjective
Not out of date; current.
Germaneadjective
having close kinship and appropriateness;
he asks questions that are germane and central to the issueRelevantadjective
having a bearing on or connection with the subject at issue;
the scientist corresponds with colleagues in order to learn about matters relevant to her own researchRelevantadjective
having crucial relevance;
crucial to the caserelevant testimony
