adherence

noun

ad·​her·​ence ad-ˈhir-ən(t)s How to pronounce adherence (audio)
əd-
1
: the act, action, or quality of adhering
adherence of paint to wood
2
: steady or faithful attachment : fidelity
adherence to a political party

Examples of adherence in a Sentence

you'd think these refrigerator magnets would have better adherence—they fall off every time I open the door adherence to convention requires that the couple send out formal wedding invitations
Recent Examples on the Web In a survey from the American Medical Association, over 90% of physicians emphasized the need for clear information about AI to explain decision-making processes, demonstrate efficacy and ensure adherence to medical standards. Rob Futrick, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2024 My industry relies on an unwavering adherence to scientific principles to harness the precise laws of physics, chemistry and optics. Sunil Mehta, The Mercury News, 19 Sep. 2024 Their comprehensive suite includes managing facility cleanliness and ensuring adherence to health and safety guidelines. Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 18 Sep. 2024 But after one of the students expressed unhappiness with the situation — the student's father was described as a fellow district teacher — the district demanded adherence to the policy of using students' preferred names and pronouns, according to the suit. Dennis Romero, NBC News, 14 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for adherence 

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English, borrowed from Anglo-French adherance, aerdaunce, aherdance "act of adhering, faction, supporters," borrowed from Medieval Latin adhaerentia, going back to Late Latin, "act of adhering," derivative of Latin adhaerent-, adhaerens, present participle of adhaerēre "to adhere"

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of adherence was in the 15th century

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“Adherence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adherence. Accessed 12 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

adherence

noun
ad·​her·​ence ad-ˈhir-ən(t)s How to pronounce adherence (audio)
əd-
1
: the action or quality of adhering
2
: steady or faithful attachment
adherence to the truth

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