incoherent
Translation
incoherent, disjointed, rambling
Examples
His speech was incoherent and hard to follow.
His speech was incoherent and hard to follow.
The argument was based on incoherent logic.
The argument was based on incoherent logic.
Grammar Patterns
an incoherent ((noun)) He gave an incoherent explanation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disjointed, rambling, illogical; Antonyms: coherent, logical, clear
Etymology
From 'in-' (not) + 'coherent'. 'Coherent' comes from Latin 'cohaerere' (to stick together). So, 'not sticking together'.
Memory Tips
Think 'in-' as a negative prefix meaning 'not'. 'Coherent' means things stick together logically. So, 'incoherent' means 'not sticking together'.