A cogent argument is one such that if the premisses are true, then the conclusion is more likely to be true than not Both valid and strong inductive arguments are cogent
A cogent reason, argument, or example is strong and convincing. There were perfectly cogent reasons why Julian Cavendish should be told of the Major's impending return. = convincing + cogency co·gen·cy The film makes its points with cogency and force. if a statement is cogent, it seems reasonable and correct cogent argument/reason/case etc (present participle of cogere , from co- ( CO-) + agere )
having the power to influence or convince; "a cogent analysis of the problem"; "potent arguments"
A term used in evaluating arguments An argument is cogent if and only if both of the following are true: The premises provide good grounds for accepting the conclusion The premises are all either obviously true, extremely plausible, or antecedently accepted by those who take the position that is contrary to the argument's conclusion Conventional Ethical Relativism -- A specific type of ethical relativism It holds that the moral conventions of a culture determine what it is right and wrong for the members of that culture to do
powerfully persuasive; "a cogent argument"; "a telling presentation"; "a weighty argument" having the power to influence or convince; "a cogent analysis of the problem"; "potent arguments
having the power to influence or convince; "a cogent analysis of the problem"; "potent arguments