adhere

(verb)

verb

1. be compatible or in accordance with

- You must adhere to the rules

Definition categories: stative, agree, check, correspond, fit, gibe, jibe, match, tally

2. follow through or carry out a plan without deviation

- They adhered to their plan

Definition categories: change, implement

3. come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation

Similar word(s): cleave, cling, cohere, stick

Definition categories: contact, adjoin, meet, touch

4. be a devoted follower or supporter

- The residents of this village adhered to Catholicism

Similar word(s): stick

Definition categories: stative, adopt, espouse, follow

5. be loyal to

Similar word(s): stick

Definition categories: stative, be

6. stick to firmly

- Will this wallpaper adhere to the wall?

Similar word(s): bind, bond, stick

Definition categories: contact, attach