Meaning of 'adhere'

verb

to follow through or carry out a plan without deviation

Example: "They adhered to their plan."

verb

to stick to firmly

Example: "Will this wallpaper adhere to the wall?"

Synonyms: stick

verb

to be loyal to

Example: "I adhere by those standards and those standards only."

Synonyms: stick

verb

to be a devoted follower or supporter

Example: "The residents of this village adhered to Catholicism."

Synonyms: stick

verb

to be compatible or in accordance with

Example: "You must adhere to the rules."