Cogency
noun
The quality of being clear, logical, and convincing.
His argument lost its cogency after he failed to provide factual evidence.

Often appears as...
- lack of cogency
- cogency of argument
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
noun
The quality of being clear, logical, and convincing.
His argument lost its cogency after he failed to provide factual evidence.

Often appears as...
- lack of cogency
- cogency of argument
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
Definition 1 of 1

Academic Tone
Cogency often relates to academic or formal discussions where logical reasoning is crucial.

The cogency of her thesis was undeniable.
Debate Strength
In debates, cogency refers to how convincing and well-structured an argument is.

His cogency on the issue swayed the audience's opinion.
Evidence Importance
Cogency requires supporting evidence; without it, arguments might seem weak or unfounded.

The study's cogency hinged on robust empirical data.
Academic Tone
Cogency often relates to academic or formal discussions where logical reasoning is crucial.

The cogency of her thesis was undeniable.
Debate Strength
In debates, cogency refers to how convincing and well-structured an argument is.

His cogency on the issue swayed the audience's opinion.
Evidence Importance
Cogency requires supporting evidence; without it, arguments might seem weak or unfounded.

The study's cogency hinged on robust empirical data.
Academic Tone
Cogency often relates to academic or formal discussions where logical reasoning is crucial.

The cogency of her thesis was undeniable.
Debate Strength
In debates, cogency refers to how convincing and well-structured an argument is.

His cogency on the issue swayed the audience's opinion.
Evidence Importance
Cogency requires supporting evidence; without it, arguments might seem weak or unfounded.

The study's cogency hinged on robust empirical data.
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