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Systemrelevant
/zʏsˈteːmʁeˌlɛvant/
💡 essential to the functioning of a system
“Banken sind systemrelevant.”
“Banks are essential to the system.”
formal
Describing an entity, service, or institution whose failure would have severe consequences for the functioning of a larger system (e.g., economy, infrastructure, healthcare).
Die Energieversorgung ist systemrelevant.
Energy supply is essential to the system.
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Often used in economic, political, or infrastructural contexts to highlight critical importance.
Collocations
systemrelevante Branchesystemically important sectorsystemrelevante Infrastrukturcritical infrastructure
Antonyms
💡Pro Tip
Context Matters
Use 'systemrelevant' for formal discussions about critical systems, not everyday objects.
📖Word Origin
From 'System' (system) + 'relevant' (relevant). Coined in German to describe entities whose failure would disrupt broader systems.
📝Usage Notes
Commonly used in discussions about economic policy, public health, and infrastructure. Avoid overuse in casual contexts.
Word Breakdown
System
system
rootrelevant
important
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