cogent
gb/kˈoʊd͡ʒənt/ us/kˈoʊd͡ʒənt/
C1
English
meggyőző, nyomós, logikus, koherens
C1
FORMAL
1
Usage pattern:
[a] cogent argument/case/reason/explanation
She presented a cogent argument for investing in public transport.
Meggyőző érveket sorakoztatott fel a tömegközlekedésbe való beruházás mellett.
The report offers cogent reasons to change the policy now.
A jelentés nyomós okokat hoz fel amellett, hogy most kell megváltoztatni a szabályozást.
His explanation was cogent enough to reassure the board.
Learner examples
He gave cogent reasons for his decision.
Nyomós okokkal indokolta a döntését.
That is a cogent argument.
Ez egy meggyőző érv.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse it with words about thinking (e.g., cognitive); cogent describes the strength of an argument, not the mental process itself.
Meaning
convincing and persuasive
Collocations
a cogent argument
|a cogent case
|cogent reasons
|a cogent explanation
|cogent evidence
|a cogent point
|a cogent rationale
|a cogent analysis
|cogent criticism
|a cogent conclusion
Synonyms
compelling (Emphasizes that it strongly grabs attention and is hard to ignore.)
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convincing (More general and common; less formal than cogent.)
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persuasive (Highlights the ability to influence opinions or decisions.)
Antonyms
unconvincing (Fails to make people believe the argument or claim.)
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weak (Lacking force or strong support in reasoning or evidence.)
Themes
communication
|thinking
|writing
|academia
|business
Definition
making you believe something because it is strong and persuasive
Able to persuade people that something is true or the best choice, especially because the reasons and evidence are strong.
C1
FORMAL
2
Usage pattern:
[a] cogent explanation/account/analysis
Her essay is concise and cogent, with each paragraph building on the last.
Az esszéje tömör és logikus felépítésű, minden bekezdés az előzőre épül.
The lawyer gave a cogent account of what happened that night.
Az ügyvéd világos, logikus beszámolót adott arról, mi történt azon az éjszakán.
They asked for a cogent analysis rather than a list of opinions.
Learner examples
Please write a cogent explanation.
Kérlek, írj egy világos, logikus magyarázatot.
His answer was cogent and easy to follow.
A válasza logikus és könnyen követhető volt.
Common mistake:
Don’t use cogent just to mean 'clear' (like clear handwriting); it usually describes clear reasoning in speech or writing.
Meaning
clear and logically reasoned
Collocations
a cogent explanation
|a cogent account
|cogent reasoning
|a cogent analysis
|a cogent summary
|a cogent narrative
|a cogent critique
|a cogent framework
|a cogent interpretation
|a cogent presentation
Synonyms
coherent (Stresses that the parts fit together without confusion.)
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well-reasoned (Directly emphasizes careful logic and justification.)
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logical (Focuses on correct reasoning, sometimes without the idea of persuasiveness.)
Antonyms
incoherent (Not clearly connected or understandable.)
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illogical (Not following sound reasoning.)
Themes
communication
|thinking
|writing
|academia
Definition
clear and logical, so it is easy to understand
Clearly expressed and logically organized, so that the reasoning is easy to follow.
Grammar
Dictionary form
cogent
IPA
GB/kˈoʊd͡ʒənt/
US/kˈoʊd͡ʒənt/
Syllables & stress
co - gent (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (co)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: cogent
Word family
Core family
cogently
adverb C1
Related words
cogency
noun
Expressions
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