relevancy

noun

rel·​e·​van·​cy ˈre-lə-vən(t)-sē How to pronounce relevancy (audio)
plural relevancies
: relevance
also : something relevant

Examples of relevancy in a Sentence

this new information has no relevancy to the case
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Both the human family and the animal family feel genuine in this version, and given even more relevancy with the addition of some cultural subplots. Devonne Goode, Parents, 1 Oct. 2025 For Yulia Evina Bhara, head of international relations at APROFI and founder of KawanKawan Media, the central principle is relevancy. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025 The projection One day, this space might be a glowing account of Detroit’s return to relevancy. The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025 By closing their own gaps before tackling the organization's, L&D teams will ensure their relevancy and longevity. David James, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for relevancy

Word History

First Known Use

1561, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of relevancy was in 1561

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“Relevancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/relevancy. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

relevancy

noun
rel·​e·​van·​cy ˈrel-ə-vən-sē How to pronounce relevancy (audio)
plural relevancies

Legal Definition

relevancy

noun
rel·​e·​van·​cy ˈre-lə-vən-sē How to pronounce relevancy (audio)
plural relevancies

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