Definition

In a way that is not related to the subject or situation being discussed.

Example

He kept talking about his vacation irrelevantly during the meeting.

Conversation

I noticed you were talking about your vacation plans, but then you mentioned the weather irrelevantly.

Oh, I just thought it was funny how unpredictable it is!

It was a bit off-topic, but I see your point.

Yeah, sometimes I just get carried away with random thoughts.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Irrelevantly → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not), "relevant" (from Latin "relevare", meaning to lift up or raise), and "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "irrelevantly" means in a manner that is not related or pertinent to the matter at hand.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') and 'lifting up' ('relevare') to remember that 'irrelevantly' means something that is not related or pertinent.

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