Cogency
(noun)
The quality of being clear, logical, and convincing.
Origin:
The word "cogency" comes from the latin "cogent" meaning "compelling".
Examples:
- The cogency of his argument was undeniable.
- The lawyer"s cogency was key to convincing the jury of the defendant"s innocence.
- The professor's explanations had a cogency that made the material easy to understand.
- The speaker's cogency in the debate was remarkable, leaving the audience convinced of his position.
- The evidence presented had a great cogency and the judge had no doubts in the defendant's guilt.