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adhesion Synonyms
Another word for adhesion
Choosing another word for adhesion depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The action or process of sticking to a surface or object, or the intermolecular attraction that holds dissimilar particles or surfaces together.
Usage Example
"Sanding the wooden surface before painting improves the bonding of the primer."
Strong
bonding
stickiness
attachment
grip
traction
• noun (Context 2)
An abnormal band of fibrous scar tissue that forms between internal organs or tissues that are not normally connected, often following surgery or inflammation.
Usage Example
"The surgeon carefully removed the abdominal adhesions that had developed after her previous operation."
Strong
scar tissue
• noun (Context 3)
Formal agreement, support, or allegiance given to a cause, treaty, or party.
Usage Example
"The newly independent nation announced its formal adherence to the international trade treaty."
Strongest
adherence
Strong
allegiance
accession
fidelity
devotion
Opposites of adhesion
The opposite of adhesion shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
defection
detachment
separation
repudiation
repulsion
opposition
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Adhesion. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/adhesion