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🧠cogent

adjective
/ˈkoʊdʒənt/
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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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