Can I replace convincing with cogent?

What is the difference between cogent and strong?

Is cogent common in IELTS essays?

How do I use cogent in a sentence?

← Dictionary

cogent

/ˈkoʊ.dʒənt/

IELTSAcademic

adjective

Clear, logical, and convincing; it makes you agree because the reasoning is strong.

She gave a cogent argument for higher funding.
His cogent reasons convinced the committee.
This is a cogent summary of the policy.

Adinary Nuance

Near-neighbors: cogent is sharper than plain clear, and more logical than persuasive; it stresses tight reasoning and evidence. Unlike forceful or emotional language, writers choose cogent when argument structure matters most. In academic work, cogent suits analysis better than forceful or moving terms.

In other languages

Spanish: Claro y convincente
Japanese: 論理的で確かな
Korean: 명료하고 타당한
Vietnamese: Rõ ràng, có căn cứ
Chinese: 清晰而有说服力的

Common phrases

cogent argumentcogent reasonspresent a cogent case

Synonyms

clear logical convincing sound rational

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