'Pertinent' definitions:

Definition of 'pertinent'

From: WordNet
adjective
Having precise or logical relevance to the matter at hand; "a list of articles pertinent to the discussion"; "remarks that were to the point"
adjective
Being of striking appropriateness and pertinence; "the successful copywriter is a master of apposite and evocative verbal images"; "an apt reply" [syn: apposite, apt, pertinent]

Definition of 'Pertinent'

From: GCIDE
  • Pertinent \Per"ti*nent\, a. [L. pertinens, -entis, p. pr. of pertinere: cf. F. pertinent. See Pertain.]
  • 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. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. Regarding; concerning; belonging; pertaining. [R.] "Pertinent unto faith." --Hooker. [1913 Webster]
  • Syn: Apposite; relevant; suitable; appropriate; fit. [1913 Webster] -- {Per"ti*nent*ly}, adv. -- {Per"ti*nent*ness}, n. [1913 Webster]