Coherent (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts; "a coherent argument".
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Meaning 2
(physics) of waves having a constant phase relation.
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Meaning 3
Capable of thinking and expressing yourself in a clear and consistent manner; "a lucid thinker"; "she was more coherent than she had been just after the accident".
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- The professor's coherent explanation of the complex theory made it easy for the students to understand.
- After a few cups of coffee, John became more coherent and was able to articulate his thoughts clearly.
- The politician's coherent argument for the new policy convinced many of the voters to support her.
- The patient's coherent responses to the doctor's questions indicated that she was recovering well from the anesthesia.
- The writer's coherent narrative voice drew the reader into the story and made it hard to put the book down.
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Meaning 4
Sticking together; "two coherent sheets"; "tenacious burrs".
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