GRE Word List
COGENT
convincing
The meaning of the word cogent is convincing.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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tirade | long angry denunciatory speech; diatribe; harangue; extended scolding; denunciation |
sublime | causing deep feelings of wonder, joy, respect, etc.; exalted; noble and uplifting; utter |
adage | wise saying; proverb |
quixotic | idealistic but impractical; CF. Don Quixote |
discourse | serious speech, writing, or conversation; formal discussion (either written or spoken); conversation; V. |
disquietude | uneasiness; anxiety; V. disquiet: make anxious |
glaring | (of something bad) highly conspicuous; harshly bright; shining intensely and blindingly |
forerunner | predecessor; one that comes before and indicates the approach of another |
slipshod | slovenly; careless; sloppy; untidy; shabby; Ex. slipshod work |
padre | chaplain (in the armed forces) |