Educational Standards Vocabulary

verb to stick to or follow closely; to act in accordance with

• It is important for all employees to adhere to the company's dress code policy.
• Hey, remember to adhere to the rules when you're at the party tonight.
• You better adhere to the plan if you want this to work out.
• In order to succeed, one must adhere to their principles and values.

verb to act in accordance with a wish or command

adverb compliantly or obediently

• It is important for all employees to comply with company policies and procedures.
• Just make sure you comply with the rules so you don't get in trouble.
• Dude, you gotta comply with what they're asking or you're gonna be out of luck.
• Sometimes it's better to comply with the flow of things rather than resist.