Meaning of the word adherent in English
What does adherent mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
adherent
US /ədˈhɪr.ənt/
UK /ədˈhɪə.rənt/
Noun
someone who supports a particular party, person, or set of ideas
Example:
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He was a strong adherent of the new political movement.
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The cult leader had many devoted adherents.
Adjective
sticking fast to an object or surface
Example:
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The paint was not very adherent to the old wall.
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The moss was strongly adherent to the rock surface.