noun
- the quality of being clear, logical, and convincing
Examples
- The lawyer’s argument lacked cogency and failed to persuade the jury.
- She presented her case with such cogency that everyone was convinced.
- The cogency of his reasoning made it impossible to disagree.
- The report’s cogency helped secure funding for the project.
- Despite its length, the essay maintained its cogency throughout.
- The cogency of the evidence left no room for doubt.