Word:
Cogent
Status:
Adjective
Meaning:
Very clear and easy for the mind to accept and believe
Examples:
1) Having power to compel or constrain (cogent forces)
2) Appealing forcibly to the mind and reason: convincing (cogent evidence)
3) Pertinent, relevant (a cogent analysis)
Sentence:
The results of the DNA fingerprinting were the most cogent evidence for acquittal.
Origin:
From Latin cogens which means 'to drive together'.
First use:
1659
Synonyms:
compelling, conclusive, convincing, decisive, effective, forceful, persuasive, satisfying, strong, telling
Antonyms:
inconclusive, uncompelling, indecisive, ineffective, unconvincing, dissuasive, vague, muddled, weak
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