adherence
noun C1
Plain meaning
careful following of a rule, belief, or plan
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam contexts, it means careful following of a rule, belief, or plan, usually in a more formal register.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned adherence as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines adherence in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear adherenceevidence of adherencewidespread adherence
Watch out
Do not use “adherence” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.
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