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Cogent - Dictionary Entry

Cogent

Part of Speech

Adjective

Pronunciation

/ˈkoʊ.dʒənt/ (American English), /ˈkəʊ.dʒənt/ (British English)

Definitions

  • Clear, logical, and convincing in argument or reasoning.
  • Compelling or persuasive, often used to describe speech or writing.

Usage Examples

  • Her lawyer presented a cogent argument that convinced the jury.
  • He provided cogent reasons for changing the company’s strategy.
  • The article was well-researched and cogent in its conclusions.

Etymology

Derived from Latin "cogent-", the present participle of "cogere" meaning "to drive together, to compel," from "co-" (together) + "agere" (to drive).

Synonyms

  • Persuasive
  • Compelling
  • Convincing
  • Logical
  • Rational

Antonyms

  • Unconvincing
  • Weak
  • Illogical
  • Unpersuasive

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanish Convincente /kon-binˈθen.te/
French Convaincant /kɔ̃.vɛ̃.kɑ̃/
German Überzeugend /ˈyːbɐˌt͡sɔʏ̯ɡn̩t/
Hindi प्रभावशाली (Prabhavshali) /pra-bhaav-shaa-lee/
Chinese (Mandarin) 有说服力的 (yǒu shuō fú lì de) /yoʊ ʃwɔː fʊː liː də/
Japanese 説得力のある (Settoku ryoku no aru) /seʔt.to.ku rʲo.ku no a.ru/
Russian Убедительный /u-bye-di-tyel'-nee-y/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /ˈkəʊ.dʒənt/
  • American English: /ˈkoʊ.dʒənt/
  • Australian English: /ˈkəʊ.dʒənt/

Historical Usage

The term "cogent" has been used in English since the late 17th century, mainly in legal and philosophical discourse to describe strong and compelling reasoning.

Cultural Nuances

Cogent reasoning is highly valued in academic, legal, and political discussions. In some cultures, directness in presenting cogent arguments is appreciated, while in others, a softer approach may be preferred.

More Information

Effective communication often requires cogent arguments to persuade audiences. Writers, debaters, and leaders strive for cogency to influence decisions and convey their points convincingly.

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