adhere

/ədhˈɪɹ/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

verb

be compatible or in accordance with
“You must adhere to the rules”
follow through or carry out a plan without deviation
“They adhered to their plan”
come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
“The dress clings to her body”
be a devoted follower or supporter
“The residents of this village adhered to Catholicism”
be loyal to
“She stood by her husband in times of trouble”
stick to firmly
“Will this wallpaper adhere to the wall?”

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