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adhere
[ ad-heer ]
verb (used without object)
The mud adhered to his shoes.
Antonyms: ,
- Physics, Chemistry. (of two or more dissimilar substances) to be united by a molecular force acting in the area of contact.
- to be devoted in support or allegiance; be attached as a follower or upholder (usually followed by to ):
to adhere to a party.
- to hold closely or firmly (usually followed by to ):
to adhere to a plan.
- Obsolete. to be consistent.
verb (used with object)
- to cause to adhere; make stick:
Glue will adhere the tiles to the wallboard.
adhere
/ əˈɪə /
verb
- usually foll by to to stick or hold fast
- foll by to to be devoted (to a political party, cause, religion, etc); be a follower (of)
- foll by to to follow closely or exactly
adhere to the rules
Usage
Derived Forms
- ˈԳ, noun
Other Word Forms
- ··· adjective
- ·· noun
- ·· verb (used without object) preadhered preadhering
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of adhere1
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Example Sentences
Trump's peace plan has not yet been published, but according to various reports and remarks by US officials, Ukraine would be required to adhere to other difficult conditions.
Sites must adhere to Ofcom's new regulations - known as the Children's Codes - by 25 July and will be required to instate age verification checks and change algorithm recommendations to continue operating in the UK.
As it is not licenced by the GBGB, Thornton has not been compelled to keep a record of injuries and adhere to safety standards.
The Russian defence ministry said its troops would adhere to the ceasefire provided it was "mutually respected" by Ukraine.
But the Trump administration has shown no sign of a desire to adhere, criticising Wednesday's request and saying it would appeal.
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