Search results
- DictionaryCo·her·ent/kōˈhirənt/
adjective
- 1. (of an argument, theory, or policy) logical and consistent: "they failed to develop a coherent economic strategy"
- 2. united as or forming a whole: "divided into a number of geographically coherent kingdoms"
People also ask
What does coherently mean?
What does 'coherent' mean in etymology?
What does coherent mean in physics?
What is the difference between coherent and cogent?
Definition of coherent adjective from the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. coherent. adjective. /koʊˈhɪrənt/ , /koʊˈhɛrənt/ (of ideas, thoughts, arguments, etc.) logical and well organized; easy to understand and clear a coherent narrative/account/explanation a coherent policy for the transport system. Take your English to the next level.
logical; consistent and orderly. cohering or sticking together. physics (of two or more waves) having the same phase or a fixed phase difference. coherent light. (of a system of units) consisting only of units the quotient or product of any two of which yield the unit of the resultant quantity.
logically connected; consistent: a coherent argument. cohering; sticking together: a coherent mass of sticky candies. having a natural or due agreement of parts; harmonious: a coherent design. Physics, Optics, Optics of or pertaining to waves that maintain a fixed phase relationship, as in coherent light. Cf. laser.
coherent. adjective. Definition of coherent. Synonyms for coherent. He proposed the most coherent plan to improve the schools. They are able to function as a coherent group. The songs of each of our eras make up a coherent album. Billboard Japan, Billboard , 18 Dec. 2023.
in a way that is clear and carefully considered, with each part connecting or following in a natural or sensible way: Your essay does not coherently focus or communicate your ideas. She was able to coherently address those issues. clearly and in a way that is easy to understand: In times of distress, it can be difficult to speak coherently.
Dictionary Definition of 'coherent' Logically consistent, well-organized, and able to convey ideas or information in a clear and understandable manner. "She gave a coherent account of the events that led to the accident." Detailed Meaning of 'coherent'
Define Cogent. Cogent is an adjective that refers to an argument or point that is clear, logical, and convincing. When an argument is cogent, it is considered to be well-reasoned and supported by evidence, making it difficult to refute. In other words, a cogent argument is one that is both persuasive and compelling. Define Coherent.
