1. A problem or issue that lacks internal consistency, unity, or logical connection between its parts or elements
The essay had a cohesive problem because the paragraphs didn't flow together logically.
O ensaio tinha um problema de coesão porque os parágrafos não fluíam juntos logicamente.
2. In technical or engineering contexts, a structural weakness caused by poor bonding or adhesion between materials or components
The concrete showed a cohesive problem where the aggregate separated from the cement matrix.
O concreto apresentava um problema de coesão onde o agregado se separava da matriz de cimento.
3. In linguistics or writing, the failure to maintain clear connections and relationships between ideas or sentences
The report suffered from a cohesive problem that made it difficult for readers to follow the argument.
O relatório sofria com um problema de coesão que dificultava os leitores a seguirem o argumento.