Coherent
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Logical and consistent; united as or forming a whole; able to speak clearly and logically.
Memory trick
Think "CO-HERENT" = "CO (together) + HERENT (inherent/sticking)", sticking together logically. Coherent = logically connected.
Examples
She presented a coherent argument that convinced the committee.
After the accident, he wasn't coherent enough to answer questions.
The essay lacks a coherent structure.
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Etymology
From Latin cohaerentem "sticking together," from co- "together" + haerere "to stick."
Usage Notes
Used to describe logical thinking, clear communication, or well-organized ideas. Common in academic and professional contexts.
Real-life contexts
Praise clarity: "That was a coherent explanation."
Describe organization: "The plan is coherent and well-structured."
Use in critique: "The argument lacks coherence."
Common Mistakes
Coherent means logically connected, not just understandable. A coherent argument has parts that fit together logically.
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Part of Speech
adjective
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