Synonyms: irrelevant
Definition: having no bearing on or connection with the subject at issue
Usage: an irrelevant comment; irrelevant allegations
Similar words: digressive, tangential
Definition: of superficial relevance if any
Usage: a digressive allusion to the day of the week; a tangential remark
Similar words: orthogonal, extraneous, immaterial, impertinent
Definition: not pertinent to the matter under consideration
Usage: an issue extraneous to the debate; the price was immaterial; mentioned several impertinent facts before finally coming to the point
Similar words: inapplicable, unsuitable
Definition: not capable of being applied
Usage: rules inapplicable to day students
Similar words: moot
Definition: of no legal significance (as having been previously decided)