coherent

Word parts

cohere + -ent

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /kəʊˈhɪə.rənt/

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• IPA ^(key): /koʊˈhɛr.ənt/ or /koʊˈhɪr.ənt/ or /koːˈhɪr.ənt/

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• IPA ^(key): /kəʉˈhɪə.rənt/

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Adjective

Positive coherent

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. If something is coherent, it is logical and well-organized, making sense as a whole.
   • Synonyms: logical and consistent
   • Antonyms: incoherent and disjointed

   His argument was clear and coherent.

2. If someone is coherent, they are able to speak clearly and logically.

   Despite the troubles, she remained coherent and explained the situation clearly.

3. If a group is coherent, it works well together, with members who are united or in agreement, often sharing common goals or ideas.
   • Synonym: unified

   The team was coherent in their approach to solving the problem, which led to their success.

Related words

• cohere
• cohesive
• coherence
• coherently