adherent

• Descreve algo que adere ou gruda a uma superfície, ou, em sentido figurado, uma pessoa que apoia firmemente uma crença, um líder ou um partido.

Describes something that sticks or clings to a surface, or figuratively, a person who supports a particular belief, leader, or party.

1. Sticking or clingingC1formal

   Adhering or sticking firmly to a surface or substance.

   Adesivo

   • The adhesive tape is highly adherent to most surfaces.
   • The paint is not adherent to the damp wall.
   • These barnacles are extremely adherent to the ship's hull.

   Sinônimosadhesiveglueygummystickingstickytenaciousviscid

   Antônimosslippery

• Substantivo que designa uma pessoa que apoia, segue ou permanece fiel a um líder, partido, crença ou doutrina.

A noun referring to a person who supports, follows, or remains loyal to a particular leader, party, belief, or doctrine.

1. Follower or supporterB2formal

   A person who supports a particular leader, belief, or cause.

   Adepto

   • He is a loyal adherent of the political party.
   • The movement gained many adherents across the country.
   • Adherents of the philosophy meet regularly to discuss ideas.

   Sinônimosadvocatebelieverdevoteedisciplefollowerpartisansupporterupholder

   Antônimosadversarycriticdetractordissenteropponent

2. Devotee of a religionB2formal

   A person who follows a specific religion or spiritual practice.

   Seguidor de religião

   • The temple welcomes adherents of all faiths.
   • Adherents of Buddhism practice meditation daily.
   • She is a devout adherent of the Islamic faith.

   Sinônimosbelieverconvertdevoteedisciplefanaticfollowersupporter