1
as in coherent
having the parts agreeably related
His argument was both cohesive and persuasive. The album is cohesive from beginning to end.
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in durable
marked by the ability to withstand stress without structural damage or distortion
They prefer to sculpt with clay because of its cohesive properties.
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of cohesive
There are dozens of these works that mix diverse elements of a painting and a sculpture into one cohesive and indivisible work of art.
—
Ray Mark Rinaldi, The Denver Post, 10 Mar. 2025
Additional moments like these, in which Gaines and his actors find their own way through the text, would have made The Dutchman a more cohesive, if not necessarily cutting, adaptation.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Mar. 2025
Tsunami Sea took roughly two years to write and complete during gaps in that touring schedule, with 30 song ideas whittled down to the most cohesive 11-track project the group could make.
—Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 7 Mar. 2025
Jeans and sweaters are easy and casual, yet look cohesive and stylish together.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 28 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cohesive
Ray Mark Rinaldi, The Denver Post, 10 Mar. 2025
Additional moments like these, in which Gaines and his actors find their own way through the text, would have made The Dutchman a more cohesive, if not necessarily cutting, adaptation.
—Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Mar. 2025
Tsunami Sea took roughly two years to write and complete during gaps in that touring schedule, with 30 song ideas whittled down to the most cohesive 11-track project the group could make.
—Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 7 Mar. 2025
Jeans and sweaters are easy and casual, yet look cohesive and stylish together.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 28 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cohesive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cohesive
Adjective
-
In a landscape where so many shows foreground reveals and plots, Adolescence centers an emotional reality, one that can’t be cut around or spliced to create something coherent or streamlined.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
18 Mar. 2025
-
Either the president has no coherent plans, or those plans are devious and not to be shared with the people.—
Llewellyn King,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
The durable woven rug is shed-free, and the design is versatile enough to be used in a living room, bedroom, or entryway.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
22 Mar. 2025
-
With a stainless steel construction and comfortable handle, this tool is durable, easy to use and versatile enough to work on nearly any type of fur.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
-
Proponents in Louisiana and elsewhere had cast the method as humane, painless and reliable – in contrast to lethal injection, for which states in recent years have struggled to secure drugs or faced criticism as executions went awry of official plans.—
Dakin Andone,
CNN,
12 Mar. 2025
-
My government will keep our tariffs on until the Americans show us respect—and make credible, reliable commitments to free and fair trade.—
Shane Croucher,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Cohesive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cohesive. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share