ADHESIONS Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

adhesion

noun

ad-ˈhē-zhən

Definition of adhesion

as in adherence

a physical sticking to as if by glue discourages the use of photo albums that keep the pictures in place by adhesion to the pages

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as in allegiance

adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty she has always shown steadfast adhesion to psychiatry's code of ethics

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Recent Examples of adhesion An integration layer, typically thermoplastic polyurethane, meanwhile, ensures adhesion. — Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 16 June 2026 Garments made of these fabrics were then tested for adhesion to design requirements. — Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 1 June 2026 Using the wrong type of paint over an existing finish can lead to peeling, bubbling, cracking, or poor adhesion, turning a weekend project into a costly redo. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 26 May 2026 The endometriosis was so extensive that my abdomen was drowning in lesions, scar tissue, and adhesions. — Nami Mun, The Atlantic, 16 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for adhesion

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Noun

To demonstrate ongoing compliance, Newcastle must submit six-monthly progress reports to UEFA’s Club Financial Control Body (CFCB), outlining their transfer balance and adherence to the settlement.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026
But technology now changes continuously, and examiners increasingly expect demonstrable, ongoing control rather than point-in-time adherence.

— Chris Brown, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Definition of adherence

Noun

Twin Temple was dropped from two dates on country singer Charley Crockett’s tour over their use of Satanic imagery and allegiance to Satanism.

— Drew Pittock, USA Today, 15 July 2026
But there is no doubt that switching allegiances can be far more than mercenary.

— Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 10 July 2026

Definition of allegiance

Noun

Set in and around the heart of bourbon country, the series mines explosive comedy from ideological collision and dysfunctional family loyalty.

— Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 13 July 2026
The show has certainly savaged Democrats at times, but its progressive loyalties have only grown clearer over the years.

— Chris Smith, Vanity Fair, 13 July 2026

Definition of loyalty

Noun

But what makes this latest bonding so compelling is that it wasn’t designed by the government.

— Alfredo Corchado, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026
Advances in hybrid bonding now allow electronic and photonic chiplets to be manufactured separately, then integrated into a single optical engine that sits beside GPUs or switches.

— IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 9 July 2026

Definition of bonding

Noun

His work on the show was commemorated with a special dedication.

— Angelique Jackson, Variety, 11 July 2026
But the skillful way in which they are woven together belies the efforts that went into telling this story, and Lovely Reader, this dedication to quality fascinates me.

— Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of dedication

Noun

To his supporters, Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was the steadfast, fearless leader who transcended mere politics and inspired devotion.

— Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
What makes these behaviors especially dangerous is that they’re often disguised as concern or devotion.

— Mark Travers, CNBC, 5 July 2026

Definition of devotion

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