relevancy

noun

rel·​e·​van·​cy ˈre-lə-vən(t)-sē 

plural relevancies

: relevance

also : something relevant

Synonyms of relevancy

• relevance

Examples of relevancy in a Sentence

this new information has no relevancy to the case

Recent Examples on the Web

Even brands deeply rooted in minimalism, such as Jil Sander and Loro Piana, evolved their aesthetic through sophisticated fabrics, innovative shapes and precise cuts that ensure strong relevancy for the upcoming season. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

It’s since maintained its cultural relevancy, with the artist performing it as part of her DIY pop-up sets, staged from the back of a U-Haul truck. — Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026

During that time, legendary Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer made the Hokies a brand on the national stage, while UVA struggled to maintain relevancy in the ACC. — The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026

Amazon also said 92 percent of Sponsored Products ads are not given to the highest bidder because the company selects winners based on a combination of price and relevancy to the keyword search. — Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 1 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1561, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for relevancy

• irrelevancy

Kids Definition

relevancy

noun

rel·​e·​van·​cy ˈrel-ə-vən-sē 

plural relevancies

: relevance

Legal Definition

relevancy

noun

rel·​e·​van·​cy ˈre-lə-vən-sē 

plural relevancies

: relevance