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Cogent: meaning, definitions and examples

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cogent

 

[ ˈkəʊ.dʒənt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

communication

clear, logical, and convincing. Cogent arguments are well-reasoned and persuasive.

Synonyms

compelling, convincing, persuasive

Examples of usage

  • She presented a cogent argument in favor of the new policy.
  • His cogent analysis of the situation helped us make a decision.
Context #2 | Adjective

writing

clear and easy to understand. Cogent writing is well-structured and coherent.

Synonyms

clear, concise, logical

Examples of usage

  • The author's cogent explanation of the theory made it accessible to all readers.
  • His cogent essay on the topic received high praise.

Translations

Translations of the word "cogent" in other languages:

🇵🇹 convincente

🇮🇳 प्रभावी

🇩🇪 überzeugend

🇮🇩 meyakinkan

🇺🇦 переконливий

🇵🇱 przekonujący

🇯🇵 説得力のある

🇫🇷 convaincant

🇪🇸 convincente

🇹🇷 inandırıcı

🇰🇷 설득력 있는

🇸🇦 مقنع

🇨🇿 přesvědčivý

🇸🇰 presvedčivý

🇨🇳 有说服力的

🇸🇮 prepričljiv

🇮🇸 sannfærandi

🇰🇿 сендіретін

🇬🇪 დამაჯერებელი

🇦🇿 inandırıcı

🇲🇽 convincente

Etymology

The word 'cogent' originated in the late 17th century from the Latin word 'cogens', which means 'compelling'. Over time, 'cogent' has evolved to represent ideas and arguments that are clear, logical, and convincing. It has become a valuable term in communication and writing, emphasizing the importance of being persuasive and coherent in one's expression.

See also: cog, cogs, cogwheel.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,096, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.