irrelevant

Definition

  • adjective: not important or relating to what is being discussed right now
  • adjective: not relevant
  • sometimes + 'to'
  • synonyms: inapplicable, unrelated, extraneous

Examples

  • Her comments were 'irrelevant to' our discussion.

  • He talked 'irrelevantly' about the weather.

  • His comment is completely 'irrelevant'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) a Code Red? The witness can't possibly testify as to what other men would say. We object to this entire line of questioning. It's argumentative... and irrelevant badgering of the witness. The government's objection is sustained, Lieutenant Kaffee... and I would remind you that you're now (..)
    1992 A Few Good Men