Adhering

Pronunciation: /ədˈhɪrɪŋ/

Definitions of adhering

verb to stick firmly to something; to follow closely or faithfully

Example Sentences

A1 She is adhering to the rules of the game.

A2 The students are adhering to the school dress code.

B1 The company is adhering to strict safety regulations.

B2 The organization is adhering to international standards.

C1 The government is adhering to the terms of the treaty.

C2 The team is adhering to the coach's instructions with precision.

Examples of adhering in a Sentence

formal The company is strict about adhering to the safety guidelines.

informal I always make sure I'm adhering to the rules when I'm at work.

slang Dude, you gotta start adhering to the curfew if you want to avoid trouble.

figurative Adhering to traditions can sometimes hold us back from progress.

Grammatical Forms of adhering

• past tense: adhered
• plural: adhering
• comparative: more adhering
• superlative: most adhering
• present tense: adheres
• future tense: will adhere
• perfect tense: has adhered
• continuous tense: is adhering
• singular: adhering
• positive degree: adhering
• infinitive: to adhere
• gerund: adhering
• participle: adhered

Origin and Evolution of adhering

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'adhering' originated from the Latin word 'adhaerere', which means 'to stick to'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'adhering' has evolved to encompass not just physical sticking, but also the concept of following or upholding a belief or principle.