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 According to Ateios, this improves cohesion between electrode particles and adhesion to the current collector while requiring less than 1% binder. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 1 Oct. 2026 Common problems include bubbles, trimming errors, poor adhesion from dirty glass, confusion over backing liners and peeling after repositioning. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 1 Sep. 2026 Where there might be a nugget of truth (water-holding, adhesion, seed spacing), there are simpler, proven, and less messy alternatives. — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2026 Unlike the inner lining of the uterus, endometriosis tissue doesn’t leave the body during menstruation, and cysts and adhesions can sometimes develop. — Adam England, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for adhesion

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Noun

The exercise sessions were also demanding, and only 40% of participants met all the study’s criteria for adherence to the program.

— Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2026
Automated traceability then helped verify adherence to requirements.

— Kumar Chivukula, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of adherence

Noun

The New York Knicks are taking no chances with pop star Taylor Swift’s allegiance to the franchise.

— Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Former foes resurface to settle scores and fresh allegiances form, leaving him to act on his own to shield his family and bring things back under control.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Nov. 2026

Definition of allegiance

Noun

Deep in the humid greenery of a Sumatran rainforest, serenaded by birdsong and the jungle’s endless thrum, a baby orangutan clings to its mother.

— Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026
Still, Crow—the ever-optimist, as her body of work proves—clings on to the glimmers of hope from leaders of the world who do show us the best parts of humanity.

— Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of cling

Noun

Donalds, a Republican congressman from Naples, had given MAGA and his dear leader complete and total loyalty, ignoring truth, facts and reality.

— Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2026
Atmos Rewards, the loyalty program for Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines, has no award ticket change or cancellation fees.

— Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of loyalty

Noun

Precautionary measures are being implemented to protect existing infrastructure, and bonding and insurance requirements have been secured as part of the permitting process.

— Jim Masters, Chicago Tribune, 10 Nov. 2026
Over the years, Stephanopoulos has shared several snapshots celebrating Harper’s major moments, including her high school graduation and bonding time with the whole family, including attending Taylor Swift‘s Eras Tour in 2023.

— Kelly Allen, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2026

Definition of bonding

Noun

Researchers must again be able to plan work that takes years with reasonable confidence that commitments will be honored.

— Carole LaBonne, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
Zelenskyy has repeatedly insisted any security commitments should be clearly spelled out, including who would act, and how, if Russia attacked again.

— Willem Marx, NPR, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of commitment

Noun

Tesla’s Cybertruck, the hulking, stainless-steel pickup that inspired devotion and derision with its science-fiction looks, will cease production next year.

— ABC News, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2026
The song conveys the perspective of someone wading into deep waters of enduring devotion, and longing to be the one someone leans on through the highs and lows.

— Katie Bain, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2026

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