ADHESIVENESS Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

adhesiveness

noun

Definition of adhesiveness

as in cohesiveness

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Noun

Despite the high stakes, there’s been no spark or cohesiveness in France’s attack, which has oddly looked devoid of ideas and inspiration.

— Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 14 July 2026
The Sixers are closer to New York on paper but will lack the cohesiveness the Knicks have built.

— David Aldridge, New York Times, 2 July 2026

Definition of cohesiveness

Noun

Led by those two, the depth and tenacity of Argentina were on full display from the opening kick, with no signs of being lethargic despite having nothing to play for except national pride.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 June 2026
The Free tent fly is crafted from a blend of recycled high-tenacity 15D Robic nylon Gossamer calls Clearskies.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 28 June 2026

Definition of tenacity

Noun

Rather than rooting themselves in any one tradition, Sonenshein and Vahle achieve cohesion through their style — a conscious, effective unity of their culinary gifts.

— Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Less social cohesion A decade ago, crime was infrequent and petty.

— Joseph J. Gonzalez, The Conversation, 9 July 2026

Definition of cohesion

Noun

Next to the sink — built flush with the countertop — is a NuTone Food Center, an appliance system introduced in the 1950s that operated up to 11 different interchangeable attachments such as a blender and mixer.

— Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026
Her answer reflected a refreshing lack of attachment to labels.

— Sachin H. Jain, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

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