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 |
|---|---|
| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |
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| redress | to set right : remedy |
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