🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

Irrelevance

Native Script:irrélevance

Pronunciation / Transliteration: irrélevance

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Irrelevance/ɪˈrɛl.ə.vəns/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"L'irrélevance des informations anciennes peut freiner le progrès."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 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    "In today's fast-paced world, the irrelevance of outdated information can hinder progress."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. 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."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'irrelevance' originates from the Latin root 'relevare', meaning 'to raise up' or 'to relieve', combined with the prefix 'ir-', denoting negation. It evolved through Middle French before entering English in the early 19th century, reflecting a shift in meaning towards something that lacks significance or importance.

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