adhere

• Verbe désignant l'action de rester attaché ou collé à une surface, ou de se conformer strictement à une règle, un principe ou un plan.

A verb used to indicate the act of sticking firmly to a surface or substance, or following a rule, principle, or plan closely.

1. Stick to a surfaceB2formal

   To stick firmly to a surface or substance.

   Adhérer (à une surface)

   • The glue will adhere to most materials.
   • The paint must adhere properly to the wall.
   • The sticker adheres to the glass surface.

   Synonymesattachbondclingfastenholdstick

   Antonymesdetachloosenseparate

2. Follow a rule or guidelineB2formal

   To act in accordance with a rule, law, or instruction.

   Se conformer à une règle

   • All employees must adhere to the company's safety regulations.
   • The team adhered strictly to the project timeline.
   • We must adhere to the principles of the organization.

   Synonymesabide bycomplyconformfollowhonorkeepobeyobserverespect

   Antonymesbreachcontravenedefydisobeyinfringeviolate

3. Remain loyal or committedC1formal

   To remain devoted or faithful to a belief, opinion, or person.

   rester fidèle à

   • She adheres to her principles despite the criticism.
   • He adheres to the teachings of his mentor.
   • The group adheres to a strict code of conduct.

   Synonymesabideholdstick

   Antonymesabandonbetrayforsake