adherence
noun
ad·her·ence
ad-ˈhir-ən(t)s 
əd-
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
Yet so often what happens…the balance is lost as the ideas of the visions are dismissed completely, buried under the obligation to create strict adherence to the now.
—
Jayson Jenks, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
For example, prominently showcasing relevant industry product certifications can help reinforce your adherence to industry standards.
—Dmitriy Schwarzburg, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
But Clement’s decision-making does underscore his stubborn adherence to conservative principles over political loyalties—not a comfortable position in the Trump era.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2025
According to Warburton, Barbara shared her husband's strict adherence to their Catholic faith and vehement disapproval of their son's most popular shows.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 16 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for adherence
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Jayson Jenks, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
For example, prominently showcasing relevant industry product certifications can help reinforce your adherence to industry standards.
—Dmitriy Schwarzburg, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
But Clement’s decision-making does underscore his stubborn adherence to conservative principles over political loyalties—not a comfortable position in the Trump era.
—Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 25 Apr. 2025
According to Warburton, Barbara shared her husband's strict adherence to their Catholic faith and vehement disapproval of their son's most popular shows.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 16 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for adherence
Cite this Entry
“Adherence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adherence. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationKids Definition
adherence
noun
ad·her·ence
ad-ˈhir-ən(t)s
əd-
1
: the action or quality of adhering
2
: steady or faithful attachment
adherence to the truth
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share