All definitions of "relevant" 是什麼意思

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The definition of "relevant" is definitely "closely connected or appropriate to the matter at hand".

But the definition of "important" is "of great significance or value".

Meaning that "important" and "relevant" do have similar meanings but their 'core' meaning is different.

"Relevant" is something that is important and connected to the current situation.

But "important" is a word that can describe something valuable.

For example:

This file is important.
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The file in general is of great value.

BUT

This file is relevant.
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Whatever that specific situation is, that file is connected to it somehow.


I don't know why elderly people would use "relevant" as a synonym or substitute for "important" though. It all really depends on the situation and the sentence.

I can't help you with the German, but I hope this was helpful:)