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/ædˈhɛrəns/ · ad·her·ence
noun
- A close physical union of two objects. The adherence of the glue to the surface was crucial for the repair to hold.
- Faithful support for some cause. The organization's adherence to its mission statement guided its actions throughout the year.
- An extent to which a patient continues an agreed treatment plan. The doctor was pleased with the patient's adherence to the medication regimen.
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Did you know? The word 'adherence' is often used in medical and scientific contexts to describe the strength of a bond between two substances, but it can also be used in more abstract senses to describe loyalty or commitment to a cause.