Definitions for adhere

Definitions for (verb) adhere

Main entry: adhere

Definition: follow through or carry out a plan without deviation

Usage: They adhered to their plan


Main entry: stick, adhere, cleave, cling, cohere

Definition: come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation

Usage: The dress clings to her body; The label stuck to the box; The sushi rice grains cohere


Main entry: stick, stick to, hold fast, bond, bind, adhere

Definition: stick to firmly

Usage: Will this wallpaper adhere to the wall?


Main entry: stand by, stick, stick by, adhere

Definition: be loyal to

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


Main entry: adhere, stick

Definition: be a devoted follower or supporter

Usage: The residents of this village adhered to Catholicism; She sticks to her principles


Main entry: adhere

Definition: be compatible or in accordance with

Usage: You must adhere to the rules


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