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coherence

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /koʊˈhɪrəns/ · UK /kəʊˈhɪərəns/

coherence means: The way ideas or parts fit together clearly and make sense as a whole.

noun

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The way ideas or parts fit together clearly and make sense as a whole.

  • The story lacks coherence.
  • These changes give the essay greater coherence.
  • Can you improve the coherence of your argument?

Similar words: consistency, unity

Opposites: incoherence

Common phrases: logical coherence, lack coherence, narrative coherence, internal coherence

Questions about coherence

What does coherence mean?

The way ideas or parts fit together clearly and make sense as a whole.

What is coherence in other languages?

Türkçe: tutarlılık · Español: coherencia · Français: cohérence · Deutsch: Kohärenz · Italiano: coerenza · 日本語: 一貫性

How do you pronounce coherence?

In American English /koʊˈhɪrəns/; in British English /kəʊˈhɪərəns/.

How do you use coherence in a sentence?

The story lacks coherence. These changes give the essay greater coherence.

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