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adherence

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ədˈhɪrəns/ · UK /ədˈhɪərəns/

adherence means: Continuing to support a belief or carefully follow rules or instructions.

noun

FAITHFUL SUPPORTC1

Continuing to support a belief or carefully follow rules or instructions.

  • Strict adherence to the rules is expected.
  • Her adherence to those beliefs never weakened.
  • The study measured patients' adherence to the treatment plan.

How to use it: adherence to something (The job requires adherence to safety rules.)

Similar words: commitment, loyalty, compliance

Common phrases: strict adherence, adherence to rules, adherence to something

STICKING TOGETHERC2

The way one surface stays stuck to another.

  • The coating has poor adherence.
  • They tested the glue's adherence to glass.
  • A clean surface improves adherence between the two materials.

How to use it: adherence to something (Dust can reduce the paint's adherence to the wall.)

Similar words: adhesion

Common phrases: paint adherence, strong adherence, adherence to something

Questions about adherence

What does adherence mean?

Continuing to support a belief or carefully follow rules or instructions.

What is adherence in other languages?

Türkçe: bağlılık · Español: adhesión · Français: adhésion · Deutsch: Treue · Italiano: adesione · 日本語: 支持

How do you pronounce adherence?

In American English /ədˈhɪrəns/; in British English /ədˈhɪərəns/.

How do you use adherence in a sentence?

Strict adherence to the rules is expected. Her adherence to those beliefs never weakened.

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