Pertinent
Pronunciation : Per"ti*nent
Part of Speech : a.
Etymology : [L. pertinens, -entis, p.pr. of pertinere: cf. F. pertinent. See Pertain.]
Definition : 1. Belonging or related to the subject or matter in hand; fit or appropriate in any way; adapted to the end proposed; apposite; material; relevant; as, pertinent illustrations or arguments; pertinent evidence.
2. Regarding; concerning; belonging; pertaining. [R.] "Pertinent unto faith." Hooker.
Syn. -- Apposite; relevant; suitable; appropriate; fit. -- Per"ti*nent*ly, adv. -- Per"ti*nent*ness, n.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913