Meaning & use
adhering
Sticking firmly to a surface, or following a rule, belief, or plan closely and consistently.
See it in a sentence
The label kept adhering to the jar even after several trips through the dishwasher.
The contractor was praised for adhering strictly to the safety code on every job.
A note on using this word
Adhering is used both literally, for physical sticking, and figuratively, for following rules or principles.
Words with a similar meaning
stickingcomplying
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Words with an opposite meaning
deviating
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