coherence
/kəʊˈhɪərəns/ · /koʊˈhɪrəns/
CEFR level C1Topic EducationWord #6017 in the learning path
连贯性；条理性
Definitions
n. The quality of ideas fitting together clearly and logically.
连贯性；条理性
Example
Your story needs more coherence between its different parts.
你故事中的各个部分需要衔接得更连贯。
Clear paragraph structure improves the coherence of an essay and helps readers follow complex arguments.
清晰的段落结构能增强文章的连贯性，帮助读者理解复杂的论证。
Collocations
- logical coherence
- overall coherence
- lack coherence
- improve coherence
Word family
- coherent (adj.)
- coherently (adv.)
- incoherent (adj.)
- incoherence (n.)
Synonyms
- logical consistency
Antonyms
- incoherence
Usage tip
侧重逻辑连贯；cohesion侧重语言或结构衔接。
FAQ
- What does coherence mean?
- The quality of ideas fitting together clearly and logically.
- How is coherence pronounced?
- UK /kəʊˈhɪərəns/, US /koʊˈhɪrəns/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
