coherence
Translation
coherence, consistency, logical connection
Examples
The essay lacks coherence.
The essay lacks coherence.
There was a lack of coherence in the government's policies.
There was a lack of coherence in the government's policies.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) the quality of being logical and consistent The essay lacks coherence.
Similar Words
Synonyms: consistency, logic, unity; Antonyms: incoherence, inconsistency
Etymology
From Latin 'co-' (together) + 'haerere' (to stick). Literally 'sticking together'.
Memory Tips
Imagine ideas held together with glue. If they have coherence, they stick together and make sense as a whole.