IRRELATIVE Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

irrelative

adjective

i-ˈre-lə-tiv

Definition of irrelative

as in irrelevant

not having anything to do with the matter at hand these irrelative points only to serve to dilute what is otherwise a strong case

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Relevance

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irrelevant

Adjective

If the devil wins his bet, his gatekeeper role becomes irrelevant.

— Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 17 Oct. 2026
Adelaide had no intention of providing yet more entertainment for irrelevant people.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of irrelevant

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irregulars

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