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ADHERING

(verb)

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There are 6 meanings of the word Adhering.

Adhering - as a verb

Be compatible or in accordance with

Example: "You must adhere to the rules"

Follow through or carry out a plan without deviation

Example: "They adhered to their plan"

Come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation

Example: "The dress clings to her body"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cleave11cling8cohere11stick11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
adjoin14contact11meet6touch10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Be a devoted follower or supporter

Example: "The residents of this village adhered to catholicism"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stick11

Be loyal to

Example: "She stood by her husband in times of trouble"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stand bystick11stick by

Stick to firmly

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

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bind7bond7hold faststick11stick to
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
attach11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She was adhering the poster to the wall with tape."
"Please make sure you are adhering to the rules and regulations."
"The glue is not adhering properly to the plastic surface."
"He is known for adhering to his principles."
"The hiker was adhering to the trail to avoid getting lost."
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Word Game Points

Is ADHERING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, adhering is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ADHERING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is ADHERING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, adhering is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ADHERING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is ADHERING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, adhering is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ADHERING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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