coherent
adjective C1
Plain meaning
clear, logical, and well organised
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss clear, logical, and well organised in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe report described coherent argument in a clear and practical way.
examThe findings show that coherent argument can influence educational, social, or economic outcomes.
Common collocations
coherent argumentcoherent paragraphcoherent policy
Watch out
Do not overuse it as a direct replacement for “good/bad”. Use it with natural nouns such as “coherent argument”.