cohesion
/kəʊˈhiːʒən/ · /koʊˈhiːʒən/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6521 in the learning path
凝聚力；团结
Definitions
n. The strength of connection that keeps a group together
凝聚力；团结
n. The way parts of a text connect through language
篇章衔接
Example
Our weekly team lunches helped build cohesion at work.
我们每周的团队午餐有助于增强工作中的凝聚力。
Shared public spaces can strengthen social cohesion by encouraging regular interaction between residents from different backgrounds.
共享公共空间能促进不同背景的居民经常交流，从而增强社会凝聚力。
Collocations
- social cohesion
- team cohesion
- cohesion and coherence
Word family
- cohesive (adj.)
- cohesively (adv.)
- cohere (v.)
Synonyms
- unity
- togetherness
Antonyms
- disunity
Usage tip
写作中cohesion指语言衔接，coherence指逻辑连贯。
FAQ
- What does cohesion mean?
- The strength of connection that keeps a group together The way parts of a text connect through language
- How is cohesion pronounced?
- UK /kəʊˈhiːʒən/, US /koʊˈhiːʒən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
