metaphorical coherence

Metaphorical coherence refers to the logical consistency and similarity between a metaphor’s underlying concepts and its figurative expression. It ensures that the ideas being compared make sense together, creating a clear and meaningful image or understanding. For example, describing a busy city as a “beehive” works well because both involve communal activity, organization, and constant movement. When a metaphor is coherent, it helps people grasp complex ideas more easily, by linking familiar concepts in a consistent and plausible way. This coherence makes the metaphor effective, relatable, and easier to comprehend.