Germane vs. Pertinent — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Germane and Pertinent
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Germane
Germane is the chemical compound with the formula GeH4, and the germanium analogue of methane. It is the simplest germanium hydride and one of the most useful compounds of germanium.
Pertinent
Clearly related to a matter at hand.
Germane
Related to a matter at hand, especially to a subject under discussion.
Pertinent
(legal) A right that attaches to land, in Scots law.
Germane
Related to a topic of discussion or consideration.
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Pertinent
Important with regard to (a subject or matter); pertaining; relevant.
Germane
(inorganic chemistry) germanium tetrahydride, GeH4
Pertinent
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.
Germane
Any organic derivative of this compound.
Pertinent
Regarding; concerning; belonging; pertaining.
Germane
Literally, near akin; hence, closely allied; appropriate or fitting; relevant.
The phrase would be more germane to the matter.
[An amendment] must be germane.
Pertinent
Having precise or logical relevance to the matter at hand;
A list of articles pertinent to the discussion
Remarks that were to the point
Germane
Having close kinship and appropriateness;
He asks questions that are germane and central to the issue
Pertinent
Being of striking appropriateness and pertinence;
The successful copywriter is a master of apposite and evocative verbal images
An apt reply
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