adherence
Translation
adherence, compliance, observance
Examples
Strict adherence to the rules is required.
Strict adherence to the rules is required.
His adherence to the cause was admirable.
His adherence to the cause was admirable.
Grammar Patterns
((adherence to sth.)) sticking to a rule, belief, or principle Strict adherence to the rules is required.
Similar Words
Synonyms: compliance, observance, conformity; Antonyms: violation, non-adherence
Etymology
From Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'haerere' (to stick). The '-ence' suffix denotes a state or quality.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'adhesive' that makes you 'here' (ad-here) to the rules, sticking to them firmly.