applicable

/əˈplɪkəbl/

Definitions

1. adjective

capable of being applied or used; relevant or pertinent

“The new policy will only be applicable to employees who have been working here for more than a year.”

2. noun

a fact or circumstance that can be applied or used in a particular situation

“The weather forecast is a relevant and applicable piece of information for the hikers.”

Synonyms

  • applicable
  • germane
  • pertinent
  • relevant

Antonyms

  • inapplicable
  • inconsequential
  • irrelevant