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 |
|---|---|
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
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| melee | a confused struggle |
| convoke | to call together to a meeting |
| spat | squabble; minor dispute; minor quarrel |
| trample | tramp |
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