coherence
/kou'hiərəns/ Cách viết khác : (coherency) /kou'hiərənsi/
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Definition
- Noun:
- Logical and orderly and consistent relation of parts: The quality of a text, argument, or set of ideas where all the parts are logically connected and consistent with each other, making it clear and easy to understand.
- The state of cohering or sticking together: The state in which the parts of something form a unified, connected, or integrated whole.
Examples
- Noun:
- The essay lacked coherence; the paragraphs seemed randomly arranged.
- The coherence of his argument made it very persuasive.
- Scientists study the coherence of laser light for use in communications.
Advanced Usage
- "Theoretical coherence": The internal consistency and logical structure of a theory or framework.
- The model's strength lies in its theoretical coherence.
- "Narrative coherence": The quality of a story where events, characters, and themes are logically connected and form a meaningful whole.
- Despite the complex plot, the novel maintains a strong narrative coherence.
Variants and Related Words
- Cohere (verb): To stick together; to be united; to be logically connected.
- The points in your speech need to cohere better.
- Coherent (adjective): Logically connected; consistent; clear and easy to understand.
- She gave a coherent explanation of the process.
- Coherency (noun): An alternative, less common form of "coherence," meaning the same.
- The coherency of the data was confirmed.
Synonyms
- Consistency: Agreement or logical harmony among parts.
- Clarity: Clearness of thought or expression.
- Unity: The state of being united or forming a whole.
- Logicality: The quality of being in accordance with logic.
Antonyms
- Incoherence: Lack of logical connection or clarity.
- Disjointedness: Lacking a coherent sequence or connection.
- Inconsistency: The state of being inconsistent or contradictory.
Related Phrases and Concepts
- "Lack of coherence": A common phrase indicating that something is not logically organized or clear.
- The main criticism of the report was its lack of coherence.
- "Achieve coherence": To successfully create a logical and unified structure.
- The editor helped the author achieve greater coherence in the final draft.
Noun
- logical and orderly and consistent relation of parts
- the state of cohering or sticking together