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Definition of cogently

cogently

/ˈkoʊ.dʒənt.li/
co · gent · ly
Adjective:cogent
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• adverb

1

In a clear, logical, and convincing manner.

Example

"The defense attorney argued the case so cogently that the jury reached a verdict in under an hour."

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• Nearby Words

cofounder
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cognac
cognition
cognitive

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective cogent plus the adverbial suffix -ly; cogent derives from the Latin present participle cōgēns ('driving together' or 'compelling'), from com- ('together') and agere ('to drive').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cogently. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cogently
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