Adhere Definition & Meaning

adhere
verb
  1. be compatible or in accordance with; "You must adhere to the rules"
  2. follow through or carry out a plan without deviation; "They adhered to their plan"
  3. come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation; "The dress clings to her body"; "The label stuck to the box"; "The sushi rice grains cohere"
  4. be a devoted follower or supporter; "The residents of this village adhered to Catholicism"; "She sticks to her principles"
  5. be loyal to; "She stood by her husband in times of trouble"; "The friends stuck together through the war"
  6. stick to firmly; "Will this wallpaper adhere to the wall?"

"Adhere" in song lyrics

See how adhere is used in real songs:

  • "Why do Sunni Shia - never adhere?"
    The Brothahood — Why
  • "Witchdoctor unlocked the cobra spitting venom I adhere!"
    Jedi Mind Tricks — Omnicron
  • "You would never to my standards adhere"
    Tonedeff — Give A Damn

Usage tips for "adhere"

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