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cogent

/ˈkoʊd͡ʒn̩t/ adjective C2
  1. Reasonable and convincing; based on evidence.
  2. Appealing to the intellect or powers of reasoning.
  3. Forcefully persuasive; relevant, pertinent. · The prosecution presented a cogent argument, convincing the jury of the defendant's guilt.
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Besides, you forget, Cæsar, an indigestion declares itself immediately, while a prick or a bite occasions a delay of a day or two.’ Cæsar gave way before such cogent reasoning, and the cardinals were consequently invited to dinner.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 189 · C1

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