Cogency

Pronunciation: /ˈkəʊdʒənsi/

Definitions of cogency

noun the quality of being clear, logical, and convincing; persuasiveness

Example Sentences

A1 The cogency of his argument convinced me to change my mind.

A2 The cogency of her reasoning was undeniable.

B1 The cogency of the evidence presented in court led to a guilty verdict.

B2 The cogency of the research findings supported the theory proposed by the scientist.

C1 The cogency of the author's arguments in the essay made it a compelling read.

C2 The cogency of the prosecutor's case was evident in the thoroughness of the investigation.

Examples of cogency in a Sentence

formal The cogency of the argument presented by the expert was undeniable.

informal I was impressed by the cogency of his reasoning during the debate.

slang Her cogency in explaining the concept blew my mind.

figurative The cogency of her emotions was evident in the way she expressed herself.

Grammatical Forms of cogency

• plural: cogencies
• comparative: more cogent
• superlative: most cogent
• present tense: cogency
• future tense: will cogency
• perfect tense: has cogency
• continuous tense: is cogency
• singular: cogency
• positive degree: cogent
• infinitive: to cogency
• gerund: cogencing
• participle: cogent

Origin and Evolution of cogency

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'cogency' originated from the Latin word 'cogens' which means compelling or constraining.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'cogency' has retained its original meaning of being compelling or convincing in argument or presentation.