germane
relevant and appropriate to the matter at hand
Germane in a sentence
Here are example sentences showing germane in a sentence.
The judge ruled that the witness's opinion was not germane to the question of guilt.
The judge ruled that the witness's financial history was not germane to the question of negligence.
Using “germane” well
Germane means relevant and fitting to the subject under discussion. It is slightly more formal than relevant and stresses an apt, close connection to the matter at hand.
More GRE words starting with G
an embarrassing social mistake or blunder, especially in a public setting
providing profit or income; productive
in a way that yields profit or useful result
to deny or contradict; to declare false
one who denies, opposes, or contradicts
bold, brazen impudence or nerve
causing irritation or resentment; vexing
producing a sudden, startling burst of energy or excitement
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