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germane

adjective

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Meaning

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Relevant to a subject under consideration; appropriate to the matter at hand.

Example Sentence

The professor's comments were germane to the discussion about the novel's themes.

Usage Note

Use 'germane' when you want to say that something is closely connected or relevant to the topic being discussed, like a comment that directly relates to the subject of a meeting or conversation.