The coherence
Example: The coherence of his ideas made the story easy to follow.
Definition
"The coherence" in philosophy refers to the quality of ideas, arguments, or theories being logically connected and consistent, making them easy to understand and follow. It ensures that different parts support each other without contradiction, contributing to a unified whole.
Etymology
The term "coherence" originates from the Latin word 'cohaerentia,' meaning 'sticking together.' It was adopted into English in the late 16th century, initially used in the context of physical cohesion before expanding into abstract ideas such as logical consistency. Did you know? The word's root 'haerere' means 'to stick,' highlighting the idea of parts sticking firmly together.
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"The coherence" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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