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Coherent Definition & Meaning

coherent
adjective
  1. marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts; "a coherent argument"
  2. capable of thinking and expressing yourself in a clear and consistent manner; "a lucid thinker"; "she was more coherent than she had been just after the accident"
  3. (physics) of waves having a constant phase relation
  4. sticking together; "two coherent sheets"; "tenacious burrs"

"Coherent" in song lyrics

See how coherent is used in real songs:

  • "Sometime they can't talk, like they ain't coherent"
    Big Pokey f/ Mr. Lee — I'm From the South
  • "Of course no remorse, deterent fear radiates coherent"
    Man Only Fears
  • "Only five percent understanding, coherent"
    P.R. Terrorist — Vanishing

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Frequently asked questions

What does coherent mean?
marked by an orderly, logical, and aesthetically consistent relation of parts; "a coherent argument" capable of thinking and expressing yourself in a clear and consistent manner; "a lucid thinker"; "she was more coherent than she had been just after the accident" (physics) of waves having a constant phase relation sticking together; "two coherent sheets"; "tenacious burrs"
What part of speech is coherent?
Coherent is an adjective.
How many definitions does coherent have?
Coherent has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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