coherent
UK: kəʊˈhɪərənt | US: koʊˈhɪrənt
adj. logically connected; consistent
adj. (of waves or signals) having a constant phase relationship
adj. (of speech or thought) clear and easy to understand
coherent = co<together> + her<stick> + ent<adjective suffix>
- co (Latin cum): "together"
- her (Latin haerere): "to stick, cling"
- ent: adjective-forming suffix indicating a state or quality
Etymology Origin:
The word "coherent" originates from Latin cohaerere, meaning "to stick together." The prefix co- (together) combines with haerere (to stick), reflecting the idea of unity or logical connection. Over time, it evolved to describe clarity in thought, consistency in argument, and even the synchronization of waves in physics. The core concept of "sticking together" remains central to all its modern meanings.
Her argument was coherent and well-supported by evidence.
The team needs a coherent strategy to succeed.
Laser light is highly coherent, with waves aligned in phase.
Despite his nervousness, his speech was surprisingly coherent.
The novel’s plot was complex but ultimately coherent.