Definition

To belong to or be connected with something as a proper part or function.

Example

The rules that appertain to this game are very strict.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I read an article about issues that appertain to climate change.

That sounds interesting! What did it say?

It discussed how these problems appertain to our everyday lives, especially in cities.

I can see that; it's important for everyone to be aware of these issues.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Appertain is formed from "ad-" (meaning to or towards) and "pertain" (from Latin "pertinere", meaning to belong or relate). The word describes something that belongs or is related to a particular subject or matter.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'belongs to' or 'relates to' a specific topic — 'ad-' means towards, and 'pertain' means to belong.

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