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Definition adherence in American English

adherence noun

[uncountable] noun
/ədˈhɪrəns/
1

the action of continuing to obey a rule, law, agreement, etc.

Example

a strict adherence to the rule of law

2

support for or belief in an idea, plan, opinion, etc.

Example

adherence to traditional values

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Definition adherence in American English