Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To stick firmly to something or maintain support for an idea or belief.
Adhere
/ədˈhɪə/Synonyms:
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Examples:
The policy should adhere to environmental standards.
She adhered to her daily routine despite the challenges.
Any adhesive must adhere well to both surfaces.
Etymology:
The word adhere originates from Latin adhaerere which means to stick to, stemming from ad- meaning to and haerere meaning to stick. It entered English in the late 16th century through French.
Usage Statistics:
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