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adherence (ad HIR uhns) (noun)
1. A steady attachment, as of a person to a rule: "The hockey coach demanded adherence to the rules of the game."
2. Adhesiveness, stickiness: "Warren was putting more glue on the wallpaper to increase its adherence."
2. Adhesiveness, stickiness: "Warren was putting more glue on the wallpaper to increase its adherence."
adherents (ad HIR uhnts) (noun)
Supporters, allies, followers; sticking or holding together: "Reverend Wesley is a leader with many loyal adherents."
The new sports-team adherents exhibited a steadfast adherence to the guidelines for behavior in the stadium.
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adherents (ad HIR uhnts)
Supporters, allies, followers, disciples, devotees; sticking or holding fast: "He is a leader with many loyal adherents."