cohere
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kəʊˈhɪə/
KK: /koʊˈhɪr/
intransitive verb
Definition
To be logically connected or to stick together as a whole, forming a unified structure or idea.
Example
The different sections of the report did not cohere well, making it hard to understand the main point.
Tense Forms
Past: cohered
Past Participle: cohered
Conversation
Did you notice how well the story coheres in that book we read?
Absolutely! Every chapter just flowed into the next one.
Yeah, it really kept me engaged the whole time.
Same here! That's what made it such a great read.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
adhere
unite
combine
Antonyms
separate
disperse
divide
transitive verb
Definition
To make things stick together or form a united and organized whole.
Example
The artist tried to cohere the different elements of the sculpture into a single piece.
Tense Forms
Past: cohered
Past Participle: cohered
Conversation
Have you noticed how the colors in this painting cohere so well?
Yeah, it really creates a beautiful atmosphere.
Exactly! I love how everything seems to come together.
Root Explanation
Cohere → It is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "haerere" (meaning to stick or cling). The word "cohere" means to stick together or be united in a common purpose or idea.
Memory Tip
Think of things that 'stick together' ('haerere') as a group ('co-') — that's what cohere means.
Visually Confused Words
decohere
cosherer
coinhere
cosher
coohee
coerce
cherte
cherem