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to adhere
01
to firmly stick to something
Transitive: to adhere to a surface
Examples
The label should adhere securely to the package for clear identification.
02
to to stick to and be compatible with a standard or criteria
Transitive: to adhere to a standard or criteria
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
adhere
3rd person singular
adheres
Present participle
adhering
Past simple
adhered
Past participle
adhered
Examples
The design of the building must adhere to local zoning regulations.
03
to carry out or see through a plan, commitment, schedule, etc.
Transitive: to adhere to a plan or commitment
Examples
The committee adhered to the agenda and discussed each item thoroughly during the meeting.
04
to devotedly follow or support something, such as a rule, belief, plan, etc.
Transitive: to adhere to a rule or principle
Examples
He adheres strictly to his daily exercise routine, rain or shine.
Lexical Tree
adherence
adherent
adhesion
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