Cohesiveness Meaning
/koʊˈhisɪvnəs/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe state of being cohesive; cohesion.
Sentence Examples
Team cohesiveness is essential for success.
The cohesiveness of the group was impressive.
The team spirit improved the overall cohesiveness of the group.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The tribe's ____ was evident in their shared rituals and language.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ of the unit was tested during the long training session.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English cohesive Proto-Germanic *-inōną Proto-Indo-European *-dyé- Proto-Germanic *-atjaną Proto-Indo-European *-tus Proto-Germanic *-þuz Proto-Germanic *-assuz Proto-Germanic *-inassuz Proto-West Germanic *-nassī Old English -nes Middle English -nesse English -ness English cohesiveness From cohesive + -ness.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Slangs are used consciously, or they quite naturally establish and reinforce social identity or cohesiveness within a group or with a trend or fashion in society."
— 2021 September 3, Charudutta Panigrahi, “The Intimacy Of Slangs”, in Odisha News, archived from the original on 19 Mar 2025:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The tribe's ____ was evident in their shared rituals and language.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ of the unit was tested during the long training session.