1. Value-judgement
Mixed.
- NOT value-judgement when describing mechanistic properties of a (biomedical) system.
- Value-judgement when describing programs, communities, networks, teams, etc. (often removable without changing core meaning).
Examples
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Cognitive function relies on the cohesive activity of large-scale networks. (NOT HYPE)
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We have assembled a cohesive team to carry out the proposed work. (HYPE)
2. Hyperbolic
Not inherently hyperbolic.
Examples
NA
3. Gratuitous
Often gratuitous when used for programs/communities/teams and grounds are not given (no operationalization/evidence; no “because …”; no stated criteria for cohesion).
Often modifies: group, program, research, unit, training, team, center, community, environment, framework, effort, plan.
Examples
- We have assembled a cohesive team to carry out the proposed work. (HYPE)
4. Amplified
Sometimes amplified (e.g., highly, very).
Examples
- We have built a highly cohesive program to support trainees. (HYPE)
5. Coordinated
Sometimes coordinated/stacked with other positive descriptors (e.g., collaborative, integrated, productive).
Examples
- …a cohesive and collaborative training program … (HYPE)
6. Broader context
When ambiguous, consider whether surrounding context contributes to or detracts from overall promotional force (e.g., stacking vs. explicit grounds).
Examples
- The MCC ?s collective efforts also draw on strong institutional training resources to achieve 2 overarching goals of this program : to guide cohesive growth and coordinate transdisciplinary education and mentoring endeavors across the MCC ; and to integrate with other efforts campus wide . (HYPE)