cogent

Meaning

Clear, logical, and convincing.

Clear, logical, and convincing; having a strong basis in reason and evidence.

Example Sentences

His cogent argument convinced the jury.

His cogent argument left no room for doubt.

The lawyer presented a cogent argument that persuaded the jury.

Synonyms

persuasive, logical, convincing, compelling, forceful

Entry 1

persuasive, logical, convincing

Entry 2

convincing, logical, persuasive

Entry 3

convincing, persuasive, compelling, logical, forceful

Antonyms

unconvincing, weak, illogical

Entry 1

unconvincing, weak, illogical

Entry 2

weak, illogical, unconvincing

Entry 3

weak, unconvincing, illogical

Collocations

cogent argument, cogent reason, cogent explanation, cogent evidence