Cohesive
mediumPositive tonekoh-HEE-siv
adjective
Definition
Characterized by or causing unity and togetherness
Memory hook
CO-HESIVE: sticking TOGETHER like glue - a team that moves as one unified force.
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Examples
“The team developed a cohesive strategy for the project.”
“Strong leadership created a cohesive organization.”
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GRE Tip
Cohesive is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "unified" or "integrated" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "fragmented".
Related GRE Words
integrated
With various parts or aspects linked or coordinated
consensus
General agreement among a group
coalesce
to come together to form one unified whole
harmony
The quality of forming a pleasing and consistent whole
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
abiding
Lasting for a long time; enduring and unchanging
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