cogent meaning in Hindi

cogent in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 Synonyms

   Select the most appropriate synonym of the word: Cogent

   AIneffectiveBUnconvincingCPersuasiveDWeak
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Persuasive

   Correct Answer: Option 3 — "Persuasive"
   "Cogent" means clear, logical, and convincing; powerfully compelling. Its synonym is "Persuasive" — having the ability to persuade; convincing.
   Cogent = compelling, persuasive, well-reasoned ↔ Persuasive = inducing belief or action through clear reasoning
   Example: 'She made a cogent argument for the new policy.' = 'She made a persuasive argument.'
   Why other options are wrong:
   Option 1 'Ineffective' — means not producing the desired result. ANTONYM of cogent.
   Option 2 'Unconvincing' — means not able to make someone believe or agree. ANTONYM of cogent.
   Option 4 'Weak' — means lacking force, power, or conviction. ANTONYM of cogent.

2. SSC CGL 2025 T-1 Synonyms

   Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word:
   COGENT

   AWeakBDubiousCConvincingDUnclear
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Convincing

   COGENT means clear, logical, and convincing. Synonym: Convincing
   Answer: C

3. SSC CPO 2022 T-1 Synonyms

   Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
   Cogent

   ARationalBCowardCInsaneDTyrannical
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Rational

   Answer: 1 – Rational
   Solution (Correct Option – 1: Rational):
   The word “Cogent” means clear, logical, and convincing (तर्कसंगत और प्रभावशाली). It is often used to describe arguments, reasoning, or explanations that are well-structured and persuasive.
   So, the most appropriate synonym is “Rational”, which means based on reason or logic (तर्कसंगत).
   Why other options are incorrect:
   Coward – Means a person who lacks courage (कायर), unrelated to reasoning.
   Insane – Means mentally ill or irrational (पागल), which is opposite of cogent.
   Tyrannical – Means using power cruelly or unjustly (तानाशाही), unrelated to clarity or logic.

4. SSC CGL 2022 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word in the following sentence.
   The managing director produced cogent reasons for the change in HR policies.

   AUnconvincingBCompellingCPertinentDUnexpected
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Unconvincing

   Answer: Unconvincing
   Explanation:
   • Cogent means convincing or clear in reasoning.
   • Unconvincing means not convincing (अविश्वसनीय), making it the direct opposite.
   Other options for comparison:
   • Compelling – forceful or persuasive (प्रभावशाली)
   • Pertinent – relevant to the matter (संगत)
   • Unexpected – not anticipated (अनपेक्षित)

Examples

• “She presented a cogent argument in favor of the reform.”

cogent – questions

What is the meaning of cogent in Hindi?

cogent means “तर्कसंगत” in Hindi. In English: Clear, logical, and convincing

What are the synonyms of cogent?

Synonyms of cogent: convincing, persuasive, compelling, logical.

What is the opposite of cogent?

Antonyms of cogent: weak, unconvincing, illogical.

Has cogent been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – cogent has been asked 4 times in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1, SSC CGL 2025 T-1, SSC CPO 2022 T-1, SSC CGL 2022 T-1.

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