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What is another word for cogency?

1852 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ kˈə͡ʊd͡ʒənsi], [ kˈə‍ʊd‍ʒənsi], [ k_ˈəʊ_dʒ_ə_n_s_i]

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How to use "Cogency" in context?

The word cogency derives from the Latin word for "plainness" or "ease of understanding." The Oxford English Dictionary defines cogency as "the quality of being clearly and forcibly persuasive." To be cogent, a piece of writing must be well-organized and easy to follow. It must be persuasive, able to draw readers deep into the argument. In order to be persuasive, a cogent argument must be based on a well-reasoned position. It must be logical, coherent, and consistent. Finally, a cogent argument should be convincing, winning over the reader's acceptance.

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