English vocabulary · C1
Cogent
/ˈkoʊ.dʒənt/ · adj.
It means clear, logical, and hard to argue with. A cogent point makes people agree.
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Example sentences
- Her cogent speech changed every vote.
- His cogent reply left the judge silent.
Word origin and roots
from Latin
- co — together (from Latin)
- ag — drive (from Latin)
Synonyms and nuances
- CONVINCING — makes people believe (Changes minds directly)
- LOGICAL — based on clear reason (Follows clear steps)
- SOLID — firm and reliable (Strong and well-built)
Words with the same root
ag — drive
- act — do something
- agent — one who acts for another
- agenda — list of things to do
Lesson notes
Cogent. It means clear, logical, and hard to argue with. A cogent point makes people agree.
Similar words are convincing, logical, and solid. Use cogent when no one can argue back.
Her cogent speech changed every vote. His cogent reply left the judge silent.
From Latin. Co- means together. Ag- means drive. Driving all ideas together — that is cogent.