cohesive
UK: kəʊˈhiːsɪv | US: koʊˈhiːsɪv
adj. having the quality of sticking together; forming a united whole
adj. characterized by unity or logical connection
cohesive = co<together> + hes<stick> + ive<adjective suffix>
- co (from Latin com-, meaning "together")
- hes (from Latin haerere, meaning "to stick")
- ive (suffix forming adjectives, indicating "having the nature of")
Etymology Origin:
The word cohesive originates from Latin cohaesus, the past participle of cohaerere ("to stick together"). The morpheme co- emphasizes unity, while hes- reflects the action of sticking or adhering. Over time, the suffix -ive was added to form an adjective describing the property of being united or logically connected. This evolution mirrors the word’s meaning—literally and figuratively "sticking together."
The team lacked cohesive leadership, resulting in disorganized efforts.
A cohesive argument requires clear logical connections between points.
The adhesive creates a cohesive bond between the materials.
Social cohesion is vital for a cohesive society.
Her essay was cohesive, with each paragraph flowing naturally into the next.