cohesively

American  

[koh-hee-siv-lee] / koʊˈhi sɪv li /

adverb

1. holding or fusing together as a single mass.

   Cohesively bonded interfaces are used for applications such as protective coatings and metal-polymer compound systems.

2. in a unified or well-integrated way.

   To cohesively decorate an entire house, it’s best to stick to a simple color palette throughout.

   Mediation can help family members learn how to communicate and work cohesively to make decisions in a way that will benefit the family as a whole.

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Other Word Forms

• noncohesively adverb
• uncohesively adverb

Etymology

Origin of cohesively

First recorded in 1795–1805; cohesive ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )

Example Sentences

“I believe few products are better positioned to cohesively capitalize on this opportunity than is Homes.com, Apartments.com, LoopNet, and CoStar.”

From Barron's • Jan. 1, 2026

It is hard for governments and companies to respond to such disguised measures effectively and cohesively.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 30, 2025

"If you see two people together, you want your overall vibe to match, or at least flow cohesively."

From BBC • Oct. 5, 2025

We're all working together cohesively on this project, which I think, as you said, made it a well-made show.

From Salon • May 16, 2024

Each particle still renders its own individual obedience, and makes its own independent fall, although joined cohesively to its neighbours.

From Chambers's Edinburgh Journal, No. 457 Volume 18, New Series, October 2, 1852 by Chambers, William