Coherent



Example: Coherent arguments maintain logical consistency throughout

Definition


The adjective "coherent" describes something that is logically connected and consistent, such as ideas, arguments, or speech that are clear and make sense as a whole. Coherent arguments maintain logical consistency throughout, making them easy to understand and follow.

Etymology


The word "coherent" comes from the Latin word 'cohaerēns,' which means 'sticking together.' It combines 'co-' meaning 'together' and 'haerēre,' meaning 'to stick.' Did you know? The word originally described physical sticking before evolving to mean logical connection.

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"Coherent" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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