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cogency

/kɒˈdʒɛnsi/ noun · British & US
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What does cogency mean?

noun

The quality of being convincing and persuasive; the ability to present a clear and compelling argument. A cogent argument is one that is well-reasoned and effectively presented.

Example

"The lawyer's cogency in presenting the case to the jury was impressive."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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