cogent (**코**전트) — clear, logical, and convincing; compelling and persuasive
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: clear, logical, and convincing; compelling and persuasive
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkoʊdʒənt/
Korean meaning: 명확하고 논리적이며 설득력 있는
Korean pronunciation: **코**전트
Example Sentences
- The professor's cogent lecture on climate change left no room for doubt.
- His cogent explanation of why pineapple belongs on pizza finally converted his Italian friend.
- The lawyer's cogent arguments persuaded the jury to reach a unanimous verdict.
cogent
ADJECTIVE//ˈkoʊdʒənt//
clear, logical, and convincing; compelling and persuasive
The businesswoman presents a cogent argument with logical charts and data
Co-gent gentleman convinces with clear logic - cogently compelling!
The tiny rodent's cogent argument proves surprisingly potent!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'cogent-' (present participle of 'cogere'), meaning 'to drive together' or 'to compel.' The word combines 'co-' (together) and 'agere' (to drive or act).
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📝Examples
“The professor's cogent lecture on climate change left no room for doubt.”
“His cogent explanation of why pineapple belongs on pizza finally converted his Italian friend.”
“The lawyer's cogent arguments persuaded the jury to reach a unanimous verdict.”
“She made a cogent case for working from home: no commute, no office drama, and unlimited snack access.”
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