How do you pronounce cogent?

cogent is pronounced as /ˈkoʊdʒənt/.

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cogent

🧠cogent

adjective

/ˈkoʊdʒənt/

cog cogitate

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Meaning

Clear, logical, and convincing.

Clear, logical, and convincing; having a strong basis in reason and evidence.

Example Sentences

The lawyer presented a cogent argument that persuaded the jury.

His cogent argument convinced the jury.

His cogent argument left no room for doubt.

Synonyms

convincing, persuasive, compelling, logical, forceful

Entry 1

convincing, persuasive, compelling, logical, forceful

Entry 2

persuasive, logical, convincing

Entry 3

convincing, logical, persuasive

Antonyms

weak, unconvincing, illogical

Entry 1

weak, unconvincing, illogical

Entry 2

unconvincing, weak, illogical

Entry 3

weak, illogical, unconvincing

Collocations

cogent argument, cogent reason, cogent explanation, cogent evidence

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