Definition of
adhere is the dictionary form of adhereing Definition of adhere
1
[ verb ] be compatible or in accordance with

Synonyms

comply accede

Examples

"You must adhere to the rules"

2
[ verb ] follow through or carry out a plan without deviation

Examples

"They adhered to their plan"

3
[ verb ] come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation

Synonyms

cling cohere cleave stick

Examples

"The dress clings to her body" "The label stuck to the box" "The sushi rice grains cohere"

4
[ verb ] be loyal to

Synonyms

stick_to stick_with stick_by stick stand_by

Examples

"She stood by her husband in times of trouble" "The friends stuck together through the war"

5
[ verb ] be a devoted follower or supporter

Synonyms

stick

Examples

"The residents of this village adhered to Catholicism" "She sticks to her principles"

6
[ verb ] stick to firmly

Synonyms

bind stick_to stick bond hold_fast

Examples

"Will this wallpaper adhere to the wall?"

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adherence adermin adherent adoring adrenergic Adrenalin

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