cogent evidence
- noun
- /ˈkoʊdʒənt ˈɛvɪdəns/
- Formal
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- During the debate, he produced cogent evidence that convinced everyone of the theory's validity.
Examples
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On the other hand, there is no cogent evidence to support opposing or contrasting views.
Academic text (2008) -
Future research that examines dependency attributes in a larger clinically obese sample may provide more cogent evidence that supports a link between obesity and greater interpersonal dependency.
Academic text (1994) -
Mr. Leonard provided cogent evidence in support of the broader need for alternative energy, but he did not attempt to defend this particular proposed location.
Blog text (25) -
The lawyer presented cogent evidence that clearly proved her client's innocence.
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The detective uncovered cogent evidence linking the suspect to the crime scene.
Synonyms
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1.8
Things that show something is true, like documents or photos
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2.5
Evidence that shows something is true
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2.1
Give facts or evidence that show a claim is true
150
2.0
Information that shows something is true
39
5.3
Clear proof that someone did something wrong
30
3.9
An argument with good evidence and clear reasons that is likely to convince people
25
8.5
Evidence that supports a statement, for example documents or witness testimony
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3.2
Proof that clearly shows a fact is true, such as an eyewitness report
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6.1
Something that supports and confirms an earlier statement or fact
5
3.7
Important proof that helps decide a legal case or argument
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7.9
Evidence that shows a claim or idea is true
Antonyms
How Convincing
- Formal
- Specialized
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6.7
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning 'evidence that is clear, logical, and persuasive' is directly and compositionally derived from combining 'cogent' (clear, convincing) with 'evidence' (material that supports a claim). This is a straightforward adjective+noun combination following normal English composition patterns and is likely understandable to a B1 learner who knows both constituent words.
Etymology
Cogent evidence comes from an old word for cogent that meant 'to drive things together', so imagine pieces of evidence pushed close until they form a clear, strong picture. That's why cogent evidence means evidence that is clear and powerful enough to 'convince' people.