World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesIrrelevance
/ɪˈrɛl.ə.vəns/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The quality or state of being irrelevant; lack of importance or significance.
"In today's fast-paced world, the irrelevance of outdated information can hinder progress." - 2
A situation or condition that does not pertain to the matter at hand.
"The discussion was filled with irrelevance, straying far from the main topic."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the prefix 'in-' (meaning 'not') combined with 'relevance', which originates from the Late Latin 'relevantia', from 'relevare' (to lift up, to relieve). Over centuries, the meaning shifted from 'raising up' to 'pertaining to or bearing upon', with 'irrelevance' coming to denote that which lacks connection or applicability.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Irrelevance"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Irrelevance" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
Irrelevance
Transliteration: irrélevance
Script: irrélevance
"L'irrélevance des informations anciennes peut freiner le progrès."
Irrelevanz
Transliteration: Irrelevanz
"Die Irrelevanz veralteter Informationen kann den Fortschritt behindern."
Irrelevanza
Transliteration: irrelevanza
Script: irrelevanza
"L'irrelevanza delle informazioni obsolete può ostacolare il progresso."
Irrelevancia
Transliteration: irrelevancia
Script: irrelevancia
"La irrelevancia de la información desactualizada puede obstaculizar el progreso."
Irrelevância
Transliteration: irrelevância
Script: irrelevância
"A irrelevância de informações desatualizadas pode dificultar o progresso."
अप्रासंगिकता
Transliteration: aprasaṅgikatā
"पुरानी जानकारी की अप्रासंगिकता प्रगति में बाधा डाल सकती है।"
无关性
Transliteration: wúguān xìng
"过时信息的无关性可能会阻碍进步。"
무관함
Transliteration: mugwanham
"구식 정보의 무관함은 진전을 방해할 수 있습니다."
無関係
Transliteration: mukankei
"古い情報の無関係さは進歩を妨げる可能性があります。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsA fixed source of illumination that does not move, often used as a navigational beacon, landmark, or stage lighting fixture.
A fine wire of high resistance, typically made of tungsten, that becomes incandescent when an electric current passes through it in an incandescent lamp.
A software suite or organizational framework designed to manage, track, and execute the deployment and configuration of software packages or physical equipment.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Irrelevance"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.