coherent

adjective

kō-ˈhir-ənt How to pronounce coherent (audio)
Definition of coherentnext
1
as in logical
according to the rules of logic a coherent blueprint to hooking up a home theater system with a minimum of fuss

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2
as in understandable
capable of being understood the victim of the attack was too distraught to make a coherent statement

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3
as in consistent
not having or showing any apparent conflict a business venture that is coherent with the company's long-range goals

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Recent Examples of coherent The organized opposition is largely the Democratic Socialists of America, with only 120,000 members and little coherent ideology. — Andrew Cuomo, New York Daily News, 13 Aug. 2026 Spain’s superpower was a coherent tactical system that no other national team — or their respective talismans — could find an answer to. — Mark Carey, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026 Instead, the first 100 days are likely to be judged by whether the new president establishes credibility, assembles an effective governing team and demonstrates that campaign promises can evolve into a coherent governing strategy. — Armando Regil Velasco, FOXNews.com, 8 Aug. 2026 The space is also equipped with 18-way adaptive sport seats featuring 14,417 perforations organized to form a coherent visual pattern and a headrest with a special 75th anniversary logo. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for coherent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coherent
  1. logical
  2. understandable
  3. consistent
  4. rational
  5. accessible
  6. compatible
  7. reasonable
  8. comprehensible
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  • The common thought is that Boris is actually Doctor Strange, the magic-wielder being a logical choice for an appearance alongside Doom (or at least some evil variant of him).
    — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • What to See and Do In Duluth The North Shore begins where I-35 ends in Duluth—a city that is a great weekend getaway by itself and a logical spot to spend at least one night before your North Shore Scenic Drive trip.
    — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of logical
Adjective
  • Cursive is no longer consistently taught in schools, so this discomfort is understandable.
    — David Neil, New York Daily News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Those cities have such distinct personalities, whereas Chicago was very Middle America and more universally understandable.
    — Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of understandable
Adjective
  • This is consistent across multiple studies, repeated in different countries around the world, including those mentioned in today’s press conference.
    — Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Ingredients such as creatine and beta-alanine generally work through consistent use over time, not by getting into your system as quickly as possible.
    — Dr. Onaola Adedeji, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of consistent
Adjective
  • Gorbachev, still consolidating power, was taking a risk by bucking anti-American hawks back in Moscow and standing with Reagan to join him in officially ruling out nuclear war as a rational instrument of policy.
    — Tom Nichols, The Atlantic, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Three functions, each making the rational local decision, and together producing an outcome that would not have been chosen for the enterprise as a whole.
    — Carsten Polenz, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of rational
Adjective
  • Accessibility While there are accessible rooms, the main entrance is not currently wheelchair-friendly, limiting overall accessibility.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Artificial intelligence is making many tasks faster, more efficient and more accessible than ever before.
    — Hao Lam, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of accessible
Adjective
  • In a pinch on the road or during some other emergency, anything reasonably compatible is better than allowing the engine to overheat.
    — John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Google also carries Pixelsnap magnetic wireless charging into the Pixel 11 lineup, with Qi2 support and faster wireless charging that can reach up to 25W on compatible models.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of compatible
Adjective
  • What starts as a reasonable desire to prevent disease can escalate into constant testing and rigid routines built around an ever-growing roster of supplements and experimental remedies.
    — John Vorwald, Robb Report, 16 Aug. 2026
  • The argument about competition against girl athletes is a reasonable one, though apparently very limited in number of events and any advantages.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of reasonable
Adjective
  • In fact, the film’s story would still be comprehensible if its few subtitles were removed (one of Murnau’s earlier silents — 1924’s The Last Laugh — has no titles whatsoever).
    — Tim Page, The Washington Examiner, 25 July 2026
  • Like a lot of your work, the joke underscoring this new song and video is incredibly niche and also evidently instantly comprehensible to millions of people.
    — David Mack, CNN Money, 22 July 2026
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