Pertinent vs. Applicable — What's the Difference?

Clearly related to a matter at hand.

Capable of being applied; relevant or appropriate

(legal) A right that attaches to land, in Scots law.

Suitable for application, relevant

Important with regard to (a subject or matter); pertaining; relevant.

Capable of being applied; fit or suitable to be applied; having relevance; as, this observation is applicable to the case under consideration.

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.

Capable of being applied; having relevance;

Regarding; concerning; belonging; pertaining.

Readily applicable or practical

Having precise or logical relevance to the matter at hand;

Being of striking appropriateness and pertinence;