Adhere: meaning, definitions and examples

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adhere

[ ədˈhɪər ]

^{Context #1}

to something

To stick firmly to a surface or substance; to follow a rule or belief

Synonyms

bond, cling, stick

Examples of usage

The stickers adhere to the wall perfectly.
It is important to adhere to the company's policies and procedures.

^{Context #2}

to someone

To act in accordance with, to support or follow

Synonyms

comply, follow, obey

Examples of usage

She will always adhere to her principles.
He adhered to his friend's advice.

^{Context #3}

medical

A substance that causes two surfaces to stick together

Synonyms

adhesive, bonding agent

Examples of usage

The doctor used a special adhere to close the wound.

Translations

Translations of the word "adhere" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aderir

🇮🇳 पालन करना

🇩🇪 haften

🇮🇩 menempel

🇺🇦 дотримуватися

🇵🇱 przylegać

🇯🇵 付着する (ふちゃくする)

🇫🇷 adhérer

🇪🇸 adherir

🇹🇷 yapışmak

🇰🇷 부착하다

🇸🇦 يلتصق

🇨🇿 přilnout

🇸🇰 priliehať

🇨🇳 粘附 (zhān fù)

🇸🇮 prilepiti se

🇮🇸 loða

🇰🇿 жабысу

🇬🇪 მიკრობა

🇦🇿 yapışmaq

🇲🇽 adherir

Word origin

The word 'adhere' comes from the Latin word 'adhaerere', which means 'stick to'. It has been used in the English language since the 15th century. Over the years, 'adhere' has retained its meaning of sticking firmly to something or following a rule or belief. The use of 'adhere' is common in various contexts, from describing physical adhesion to expressing loyalty or compliance.