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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bigotry | obstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot |
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| satellite | a celestial body orbiting another of larger size |
| novice | a person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community |
| hover | to position (a computer cursor) over something (such as an image or icon) without selecting it |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| astute | having or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
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| subversive | the act of subverting : the state of being subverted |