Adherent

Pronunciation: /ədˈhɪrənt/

Adherent (noun)

  1. a person who supports a particular idea, group, or leader.

Examples

  • She is an adherent of the new policy.
  • He remained an adherent despite the challenges.

Common collocations: loyal adherent, political adherent, become an adherent, adherent material, remain adherent

Adherent (adjective)

  1. sticking firmly to a surface or object.

Examples

  • The tape is adherent to the surface.
  • The label remained adherent despite the rain.

Synonyms of Adherent

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Adherent

  • — someone who opposes or resists
  • — someone who criticizes or belittles