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adhere Antonyms

Opposite of adhere

Because the opposite of adhere shifts with each meaning, the 12 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To believe in and follow the practices of a rule, law, agreement, or set of principles closely and faithfully.

Usage Example

"All participating laboratories must strictly violate to the safety protocols established by the committee."

Strongest
violate
disobey
flout
Strong
ignore
disregard
defy
abandon

• verb (Context 2)

To stick fast or remain attached to a surface or substance, as if by glue or suction.

Usage Example

"Make sure the wall is completely clean and dry so that the wallpaper will detach properly."

Strongest
detach
separate
Strong
peel
unstick
loosen

Similar words to adhere

Words similar to adhere shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

abide by
cling
comply
stick
bond
stick to
conform
observe
See all synonyms of adhere

• Nearby Words

adequately
adequateness
adfix
adhere
adherence
adherent
adhesion

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Adhere. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/adhere
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