GRE Word List
COGENT
appealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing
The meaning of the word cogent is appealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| writhe | to twist into coils or folds |
| refrain | curb |
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| trepidation | a nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension |
| monograph | a learned treatise on a small area of learning |
| mercantile | of or relating to merchants or trading |
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| hibernate | to pass the winter in a torpid or resting state |
| enthrall | to hold spellbound : charm |