adherent

Meanings

• noun

  A person who holds to a particular belief, theory, or doctrine; a believer or supporter.

  - "He is an adherent of the new religious movement."
  - "Many scientists are adherents of the theory of evolution."

• noun

  A person who sticks to or observes something, especially a religious or moral code.

  - "She is an adherent to a strict diet."
  - "The monks are adherents to a monastic rule."

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Pronunciation

1. /ædˈ(h)ɪəɹənt/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1762568"

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Synonyms

adhering

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Rhymes

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recliner , encliner , decliner , incliner

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Variants

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adherent , adherents , adherently

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Etymology

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From Old French adherer, from Latin adherere 'stick to, hold to, attend, serve', from ad 'to' + herere 'to cling, stick'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'adherent' comes from the Latin word 'adherere', which means 'to stick to'.

2. In chemistry, an adherent is a substance that sticks to a surface and cannot be easily removed.

3. In mathematics, an adherent limit is a set of points that a sequence of sets approaches as closely as desired.

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Related Concepts

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1. believer: A person who accepts and trusts a religion, idea, or theory.

2. supporter: A person who helps, encourages, or promotes something.

3. devotee: A person who is deeply devoted to a particular thing or person.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'adherent' has been used to describe characters who are devoted to their beliefs or causes. In art, the term can refer to an attachment or connection between different elements. In music, an 'adherent' might be a fan or supporter of a particular genre or artist.

How to Memorize "adherent"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person holding firmly to a belief or idea. Visualize them not letting go, no matter what.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'adherent' with the word 'devotee'. Both words describe someone who is deeply committed to something.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Adhere To Beliefs' to remember the meaning of 'adherent'.

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